Summary:
The 99687 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 0 middle schools, 0 high schools, and 2 alternative schools, all part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. While the district is ranked 8th out of 24 in Alaska and has a 4-star rating, the schools in this area show a mix of strengths and challenges.
Goose Bay Elementary stands out as a consistently high-performing school, ranking in the top half of Alaska elementary schools over the past 3 years and maintaining a 3-star rating. In contrast, Meadow Lakes Elementary struggles academically, with proficiency rates well below the district and state averages. The alternative schools, Knik Charter School and Knik Charter Correspondence School, serve a more diverse student population and outperform the district and state in certain academic areas, suggesting the alternative model may be better suited to meet the needs of these students.
Interestingly, the higher per-student spending and lower student-teacher ratios at the elementary schools do not necessarily translate to better academic outcomes, as seen with Meadow Lakes Elementary. This highlights the importance of factors beyond just funding and staffing, such as curriculum, teaching methods, and school culture. Overall, the data provides a nuanced picture of the schools in the 99687 zip code area, with both areas of strength and areas in need of improvement, underscoring the need for continued monitoring and targeted interventions to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.
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