For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 361 students in Fort Wainwright, AK.
The top-ranked public school in Fort Wainwright, AK is Arctic Light Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fort Wainwright, AK public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Fort Wainwright have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Fort Wainwright, AK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arctic Light Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4167 Neely Rd
Fort Wainwright, AK 99703
(907) 356-2038
Fort Wainwright, AK 99703
(907) 356-2038
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Fort Wainwright, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in Fort Wainwright, AK include Arctic Light Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fort Wainwright?
1 public schools are located in Fort Wainwright.
What is the racial composition of students in Fort Wainwright?
Fort Wainwright public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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