C+
Average
67/100

Swanson Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 02 🏫 Elementary
Not rated on results. This school did not report state test or graduation results, so this is a small rating based only on class size, funding and school type. It is not a good comparison with schools rated on student results.
📍 507 N Gulkana, Palmer, AK 99645
67
Repit Score
out of 100
343
Students
enrolled
14.7:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$19K
Per Student
spending

What Goes Into This Rating

FactorWeightScoreBasis
🏫 Resources only—92/100No test or graduation results were reported. The rating is limited and capped, and is not a fair comparison with schools rated on results.

The overall Repit Score ranks this blend against every rated school in Alaska. Schools are compared within their state because each state sets its own tests and proficiency bar. How we rate schools

School Information

Address 507 N Gulkana
City Palmer
ZIP Code 99645
District 0200510
NCES School ID 020051000233
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 99645

Understanding the community around Swanson Elementary helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $93,242
Per Capita Income $40,987
Poverty Rate 6.0%
Households Earning $100K+ 46.0%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.0%
High School or Higher 95.2%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $313,500
Median Rent $1,260
Owner-Occupied 77.8%
Renter-Occupied 22.2%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Swanson Elementary.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.2%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

White 65.3%
Two or More Races 14.3%
American Indian 10.8%
Hispanic/Latino 7.3%
Black 0.3%
Asian 1.2%
Pacific Islander 0.9%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 343
Teachers (FTE) 23.3
Student:Teacher Ratio 14.7:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Swanson Elementary?
Swanson Elementary has a Repit School Score of 67 out of 100, earning a grade of C+. No test results were reported for this school, so the score reflects class size, funding and resources only.
How many students attend Swanson Elementary?
Swanson Elementary has 343 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.7:1.
What grades does Swanson Elementary serve?
Swanson Elementary serves grades Pre-K – 02 and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does Swanson Elementary receive per student?
Swanson Elementary receives $18,753 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Swanson Elementary in 99645 ▼
Avg Home Value
$446,777
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,148
1-Year Change
+10.5%
% Renters
22.2%

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About Repit School Scores

Parents choosing a school deserve to see what it actually delivers. Since October 2026 the Repit School Score is built mainly on results:

  • Academics (largest share) — the share of students scoring proficient in reading and math on the state test, ranked against schools of the same level in the same state.
  • Graduation (high schools) — the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate. Only regular diplomas count; GEDs and certificates of attendance do not.
  • Resources (smaller share) — class size, per-pupil funding, school size and type.

Scores compare schools within their own state, because every state writes its own tests and sets its own proficiency bar. Full methodology

Data sources: NCES CCD 2024-25, U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts (test results & graduation) | Last updated: October 2026