Trapper Creek Elementary School in Trapper Creek, AK, serves 24 students from Pre–K through 5th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 24:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 50%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32% and the district average of 41%.
Reading proficiency stands at 50%, exceeding the state average of 29% and district average of 32%.
The graduation rate is 95%, which is higher than the Alaska state rate of 78% and the district rate of 80%.
Enrollment decreased from 42 students in 2013 to 24 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose from 71% to 100%, indicating significant changes in school demographics over recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AK
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trapper Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Trapper Creek Elementary School's student population of 24 students has grown by 84% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Trapper Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trapper Creek Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#35 out of 441 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
21%
22%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
17%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trapper Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Trapper Creek Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Trapper Creek Elementary School?
24 students attend Trapper Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Trapper Creek Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trapper Creek Elementary School?
Trapper Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Trapper Creek Elementary School offer ?
Trapper Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trapper Creek Elementary School part of?
Trapper Creek Elementary School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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