Alaska is the #46 largest school system in the United States, serving 130,723 students across the 500 public schools for the 2024-25 school year (there are 62 private schools, serving 7,043 students). 95% of all K-12 students in Alaska attend public schools, compared to the national average of 89%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Alaska is 24%. 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 18:1.
Student by Ethnicity
(AK) School Average
American Indian
22%
Asian
5%
Hispanic
8%
Black
2%
White
47%
Hawaiian
3%
Two or more races
13%
Top Ranked Public Schools in Alaska (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Eagle Academy Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 75-79% (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: #2 - 32. - 3.
Aurora Borealis Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 75-79% (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: #2 - 32. - 3.
Tanalian School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 60-79% (Top 1%)
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: #44.
Bear Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 70% (Top 1%)
Reading: 69% (Top 5%)
Grades: PK-6
15001 Mountain Air Dr
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-5900
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-5900
Rank: #55.
Skagway School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 55-59% (Top 5%)
Reading: 70-74% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-12
1563 Main St
Skagway, AK 99840
(907) 983-2960
Skagway, AK 99840
(907) 983-2960
Rank: #66.
Watershed Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 65-69% (Top 5%)
Reading: 60-64% (Top 5%)
Grades: K-8
4975 Decathlon Ave
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 374-9350
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 374-9350
Rank: #77.
Huffman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 61% (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: #8 - 108. - 10.
Aquarian Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 55-59% (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: #8 - 108. - 10.
Fairbanks B.e.s.t.
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 50-59% (Top 5%)
Reading: 70-79% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-12
520 Fifth Ave
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2000
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2000
Rank: #8 - 108. - 10.
Girdwood School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 55-59% (Top 5%)
Reading: 60-64% (Top 5%)
Grades: PK-8
680 Hightower
Girdwood, AK 99587
(907) 742-5300
Girdwood, AK 99587
(907) 742-5300
Best Alaska Public Schools by County (2024-25)
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?
500 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 89%).
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: Thunder Mountain High School vs. Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kalt, Juneau-douglas High School Yadaa.at Kalt vs. Thunder Mountain High School, Kenai Alternative High School vs. Aurora Borealis Charter School
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