For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 675 students in Big Lake, AK.
The top ranked public schools in Big Lake, AK are Big Lake Elementary School and Houston Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Big Lake, AK public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Big Lake have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Big Lake, AK (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Big Lake Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Mile 4.5 South Big Lake Rd
Big Lake, AK 99652
(907) 892-9700
Big Lake, AK 99652
(907) 892-9700
Grades: PK-5
| 358 students
Rank: #22.
Houston Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 28% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12801 W Hawk Ln
Big Lake, AK 99652
(907) 892-9500
Big Lake, AK 99652
(907) 892-9500
Grades: 6-8
| 317 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Big Lake, AK?
The top ranked public schools in Big Lake, AK include Big Lake Elementary School and Houston Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Big Lake, AK?
2 public schools are located in Big Lake, AK.
What is the racial composition of students in Big Lake, AK?
Big Lake, AK public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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