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Swanson Elementary

507 N Gulkana, Palmer, AK 99645, United States

+1 (907) 861-5300

http://www.matsuk12.us/swe

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Swanson Elementary Overview

About This School

Swanson Elementary is a public elementary in Palmer, Alaska, serving 348 students in grades PK-K2. The school maintains a staff of 26 teachers and operates with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 59% male and 41% female. The demographic composition includes 62% White, 18% Two or More Races, and 9% Hispanic students.

348

Total Students

PK-K2

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

26 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-K2

County

Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Students per Counselor

348:1

Swanson Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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Science

Class Information

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 22.5:1

State Avg: 20.5:1

348

Students per Counselor

Swanson Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

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Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Students per Counselor348:1

Swanson Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

59.2%

Male

40.8%

Female

Total Enrollment: 348 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White62.36%

Hispanic9.2%

Asian1.44%

Black0%

Two or More Races18.1%

Native American7.76%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Swanson Elementary

Q: What is Swanson Elementary?

A: Swanson Elementary is a elementary public located in Palmer.

Q: How many students attend Swanson Elementary?

A: Swanson Elementary has approximately 348 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Swanson Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Swanson Elementary is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Swanson Elementary

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Swanson Elementary - Palmer, AK

Quick Facts about Swanson Elementary
School Name	Swanson Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-K2
Location	507 N Gulkana, Palmer, AK 99645, Palmer, AK
County	Matanuska-Susitna Borough
Phone	+1 (907) 861-5300
Total Students	348
Student-Teacher Ratio	13:1
Full-Time Teachers	26
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Swanson Elementary

What is Swanson Elementary?

Swanson Elementary is a elementary public located in Palmer.

How many students attend Swanson Elementary?

Swanson Elementary has approximately 348 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Swanson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Swanson Elementary is 13:1.

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