For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 1,017 students in Valdez-cordova Census Area, AK.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Valdez-cordova Census Area, AK are Chenega School, Slana School and Tatitlek Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valdez-cordova Census Area, AK public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Alaska public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Valdez-cordova Census Area have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public elementary school average of 54% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Valdez-cordova Census Area (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chenega School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
Main St
Cordova, AK 99574
(907) 573-5123
Cordova, AK 99574
(907) 573-5123
Gr: PK-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Slana School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
Mile 4 Nabesna Rd
Gakona, AK 99586
(907) 822-5868
Gakona, AK 99586
(907) 822-5868
Gr: PK-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Tatitlek Community School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Main St
Tatitlek, AK 99677
(907) 325-2252
Tatitlek, AK 99677
(907) 325-2252
Gr: PK-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Hermon Hutchens Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1009 West Klutina
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-4728
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-4728
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
George H. Gilson Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
357 Robe River Dr
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-2244
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-2244
Gr: 6-8 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Mt. Eccles Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Adams Ave
Cordova, AK 99574
(907) 424-3236
Cordova, AK 99574
(907) 424-3236
Gr: PK-6 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #77.
Kenny Lake School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Mile 5 Edgerton Hwy
Copper Center, AK 99573
(907) 822-3870
Copper Center, AK 99573
(907) 822-3870
Gr: PK-12 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #88.
Whittier Community School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Portage St
Whittier, AK 99693
(907) 472-2575
Whittier, AK 99693
(907) 472-2575
Gr: PK-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #99.
Glennallen Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1976 Aurora Dr
Glennallen, AK 99588
(907) 822-3232
Glennallen, AK 99588
(907) 822-3232
Gr: PK-6 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1010.
Cordova School District Innovative Learning
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Fisherman Ave
Cordova, AK 99574
(907) 424-3266
Cordova, AK 99574
(907) 424-3266
Gr: K-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Valdez-cordova Census Area, AK?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Valdez-cordova Census Area, AK include Chenega School, Slana School and Tatitlek Community School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Valdez-cordova Census Area?
11 public elementary schools are located in Valdez-cordova Census Area.
What is the racial composition of students in Valdez-cordova Census Area?
Valdez-cordova Census Area public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public elementary schools average of 54% (majority American Indian).
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