John Shaw Elementary vs Larson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alaska, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Shaw Elementary
Wasilla · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
507 students
Larson Elementary
Wasilla · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
319 students
| Measure | John Shaw Elementary Wasilla, Alaska | Larson Elementary Wasilla, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 159 | #74 of 159 |
| National rank | #17662 of 50,301 | #22436 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 507 | 319 |
| Enrollment | 507 | 319 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.2% | 47% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 57% |
| city | Wasilla | Wasilla |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Shaw Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.8 vs 53.9).
- •John Shaw Elementary does better on math proficiency (65% vs 57%).
- •John Shaw Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 42%).
- •John Shaw Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.2% vs 47%).
- •Larson Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 16.9).
- •John Shaw Elementary is the larger school with 507 students compared with 319.
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 John Shaw Elementary better than Larson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John Shaw Elementary ranks higher (60.8 vs 53.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are John Shaw Elementary and Larson Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Wasilla and Wasilla in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Shaw Elementary: 507. Larson Elementary: 319. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Shaw Elementary and Larson Elementary rank in Alaska?
John Shaw Elementary is 56th of 159 and Larson Elementary is 74th of 159 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).