For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,256 students in Chugiak, AK.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Alaska public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Chugiak have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public elementary school average of 54% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Chugiak, AK?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Chugiak, AK include Birchwood Abc Elementary School, Chugiak Elementary School and Mirror Lake Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Chugiak?
3 public elementary schools are located in Chugiak.
What is the racial composition of students in Chugiak?
Chugiak public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public elementary schools average of 54% (majority American Indian).
Which public elementary schools in Chugiak are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Chugiak include: Chugiak Elementary School vs. Birchwood Abc Elementary School, Birchwood Abc Elementary School vs. Chugiak Elementary School
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