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Best Wasilla Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public preschools serving 4,708 students in Wasilla, AK.
The top-ranked public preschools in Wasilla, AK are Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School, Larson Elementary School and John Shaw Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wasilla, AK public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Alaska public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 29% statewide average). Pre schools in Wasilla have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public preschool average of 56% (majority American Indian).

Best Public Preschools in Wasilla, AK (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4961 E Nelson Rd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Larson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2722 E Seldon Rd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
John Shaw Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3750 E Paradise Ln
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-0500
Gr: PK-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Teeland Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2788 N Seward Meridian Pkwy
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-7500
Gr: PK-8 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Snowshoe Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2001 W Fairview Loop
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9500
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #66.
Finger Lake Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5981 Eek St
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Dena'ina Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7068 S Knik Knack Mud Shack Ro
Wasilla, AK 99687
(907) 864-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Tanaina Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2550 Lucille St
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9400
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #99.
Iditarod Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
455 E Carpenter Cir
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-9100
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #1010.
Meadow Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1741 Pittman Rd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
Goose Bay Elementary School
6400 Hollywood Blvd
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 352-6400
Gr: PK-2 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
Knik Charter Correspondence School
Charter School
758 N Shoreline Dr.
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-6090
Gr: PK-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
Knik Charter School
Charter School
758 N Shoreline Dr.
Wasilla, AK 99654
(907) 864-6090
Gr: PK-12 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Wasilla, AK?
The top-ranked public preschools in Wasilla, AK include Fred And Sara Machetanz Elementary School, Larson Elementary School and John Shaw Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Wasilla?
13 public preschools are located in Wasilla.
What is the racial composition of students in Wasilla?
Wasilla public preschools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public preschools average of 56% (majority American Indian).
Which public preschools in Wasilla are often viewed compared to one another?

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