Alaska is the #46 largest school system in the United States, serving 127,890 students across the 488 public schools for the 2026 school year (there are 58 private schools, serving 5,386 students). 96% 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)
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
488 Schools
100,525 Schools
# Students
127,890 Students
49,339,277 Students
# Teachers
6,871 Teachers
3,180,552 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (AK)
National Average
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Graduation Rate
78%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.71
0.71
# American Indian Students
27,658 Students
466,525 Students
% American Indian Students
21%
1%
# Asian Students
6,155 Students
2,807,520 Students
% Asian Students
5%
6%
# Hispanic Students
9,834 Students
14,955,622 Students
% Hispanic Students
8%
30%
# Black Students
2,815 Students
7,274,090 Students
% Black Students
2%
15%
# White Students
59,823 Students
21,014,271 Students
% White Students
47%
43%
# Hawaiian Students
4,161 Students
196,971 Students
% Hawaiian Students
3%
n/a
# Two or more races Students
17,444 Students
2,588,398 Students
% of Two or more races Students
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (AK)
Total Revenue (24-25)
$2,630 MM
Spending (24-25)
$2,771 MM
Revenue / Student (24-25)
$20,568
Spending / Student (24-25)
$21,667
Best Alaska Public Schools by County (2026)
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?
488 public schools are located in Alaska.
What percentage of students in Alaska go to public school?
96% 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: Aurora Borealis Charter School vs. Kenai Alternative High School, Kenai Alternative High School vs. Aurora Borealis Charter School, Sand Point School vs. King Cove School
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