For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,184 students in Chugiak, AK (there are 1 private school, serving 285 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Chugiak, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in Chugiak, AK are Birchwood Abc Elementary School, Chugiak Elementary School and Mirror Lake Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chugiak, AK public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Chugiak have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Chugiak, AK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Birchwood Abc Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17010 Birchtree St
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3450
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3450
Gr: PK-6 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Chugiak Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19932 Old Glenn Hwy
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3400
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3400
Gr: PK-6 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Mirror Lake Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
22901 Lake Hill Dr
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3500
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Chugiak High School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16525 S Birchwood Loop Rd
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3050
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3050
Gr: 9-12 | 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Chugiak, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in Chugiak, AK include Birchwood Abc Elementary School, Chugiak Elementary School and Mirror Lake Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Chugiak?
4 public schools are located in Chugiak.
What percentage of students in Chugiak go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Chugiak are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chugiak?
Chugiak public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Which public schools in Chugiak are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Chugiak include: Chugiak Elementary School vs. Birchwood Abc Elementary School, Birchwood Abc Elementary School vs. Chugiak Elementary School
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