Iditarod Elementary vs Mat-Su Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 918 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Iditarod Elementary
Wasilla · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
424 students
Mat-Su Central School
Wasilla · Public other · Grades K–12
2,780 students
| Measure | Iditarod Elementary Wasilla, Alaska | Mat-Su Central School Wasilla, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #105 of 159 | – |
| National rank | #30230 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 424 | 2,780 |
| Enrollment | 424 | 2,780 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.2% | – |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 99.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 27% |
| city | Wasilla | Wasilla |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Iditarod Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 27%).
- •Mat-Su Central School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Iditarod Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 99.3).
- •Mat-Su Central School is the larger school with 2,780 students compared with 424.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Iditarod Elementary better than Mat-Su Central School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Iditarod Elementary and Mat-Su Central School?
About 918 m in a straight line, between Wasilla and Wasilla in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Iditarod Elementary: 424. Mat-Su Central School: 2,780. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Iditarod Elementary and Mat-Su Central School rank in Alaska?
Iditarod Elementary is 105th of 159 and Mat-Su Central School is unranked among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).