Alaska is the #46 largest school system in the United States, serving 127,180 students across the 484 public schools for the 2026-27 school year (there are 58 private schools, serving 6,932 students). 95% of all K-12 students in Alaska attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Alaska is 33%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 30%.
The top-ranked public schools in Alaska are Eagle Academy Charter School, Aurora Borealis Charter School, and Tanalian School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 53%, with the majority being American Indian and the student-teacher ratio is 19:1.
Top-Ranked Public Schools in Alaska (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Eagle Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Reading: 70-74% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-8
10901 Mausel St Ste 101
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3025
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3025
Rank: #22.
Aurora Borealis Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 85-89% (Top 1%)
Reading: 65-69% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-8
705 Frontage Rd Ste A
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-0292
Kenai, AK 99611
(907) 283-0292
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Tanalian School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 60-79% (Top 5%)
Reading: 60-79% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-12
School Rd
Port Alsworth, AK 99653
(907) 781-2210
Port Alsworth, AK 99653
(907) 781-2210
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Watershed Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 75-79% (Top 1%)
Reading: 60-64% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-8
4975 Decathlon Ave
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 374-9350
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 374-9350
Rank: #55.
Bear Valley Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 71% (Top 5%)
Reading: 69% (Top 5%)
Grades: PK-6
15001 Mountain Air Dr
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-5900
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-5900
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Aquarian Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 69% (Top 5%)
Reading: 60-64% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-6
1705 W 32nd Ave
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-4900
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-4900
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Northern Lights Abc K-8 School
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 74% (Top 1%)
Reading: 60% (Top 5%)
Grades: PK-8
2424 East Dowling Rd
Anchorage, AK 99507
(907) 742-7500
Anchorage, AK 99507
(907) 742-7500
Rank: #88.
Huffman Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 68% (Top 5%)
Reading: 62% (Top 5%)
Grades: PK-6
12000 Lorraine St
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-5650
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-5650
Rank: #9 - 119. - 11.
Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 70-74% (Top 5%)
Reading: 55-59% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-8
801 East Arctic
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 746-2358
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 746-2358
Rank: #9 - 119. - 11.
Girdwood School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 60-64% (Top 5%)
Reading: 60-64% (Top 5%)
Grades: PK-8
680 Hightower
Girdwood, AK 99587
(907) 742-5300
Girdwood, AK 99587
(907) 742-5300
Overview
This State (AK)
US
# Schools
484 Schools
100,274 Schools
# Students
127,180 Students
49,273,234 Students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
# Teachers
6,818 Teachers
3,176,846 Teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (AK)
National Average
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Graduation Rate
77.9%
87%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.71
0.71
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
# American Indian Students
27,543 Students
465,607 Students
% American Indian Students
22%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
# Asian Students
6,064 Students
2,805,284 Students
% Asian Students
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
# Hispanic Students
9,738 Students
14,933,108 Students
% Hispanic Students
8%
30%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
# Black Students
2,807 Students
7,261,526 Students
% Black Students
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
# White Students
59,534 Students
20,989,144 Students
% White Students
47%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
# Hawaiian Students
4,138 Students
196,826 Students
% Hawaiian Students
3%
n/a
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
# Two or more races Students
17,356 Students
2,585,770 Students
% of Two or more races Students
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (AK)
Statewide Total Revenue
$2,842 MM
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Statewide Total Spending
$2,919 MM
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Revenue / Student
$22,346
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Spending / Student
$22,953
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Best Alaska Public Schools by County (2026-27)
Popular neighborhoods: Abbott Loop (9 schools), Northeast Anchorage (8 schools), U MED District (8 schools), Downtown Juneau (6 schools), Sand Lake (5 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Alaska?
The top-ranked public schools in Alaska include Eagle Academy Charter School, Aurora Borealis Charter School, and Tanalian School.
How many public schools are located in Alaska?
484 public schools are located in Alaska.
What percentage of students in Alaska go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Alaska attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Alaska?
Minority enrollment in Alaska is 53%, with the majority being American Indian.
Which public schools in Alaska are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Alaska include: Chugiak High School vs. Eagle River High School, Anchorage Stream Academy vs. Goldenview Middle School, Soldotna High School vs. Kenai Central High School
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