These are some of the top-rated public schools in Alaska based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Alaska offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Alaska
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Anchorage School District
41,856 students | ANCHORAGE, AK
Grades PK, K-12 | 95 schools -
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
18,220 students | PALMER, AK
Grades PK, K-12 | 45 schools -
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
11,386 students | FAIRBANKS, AK
Grades PK, K-12 | 34 schools -
Galena City School District
9,366 students | GALENA, AK
Grades PK, K-12 | 4 schools -
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
7,962 students | SOLDOTNA, AK
Grades PK, K-12 | 43 schools
Reviews From Schools in Alaska
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Current student
April 11, 2024
Being a part time student here is terrifying. There are fights all the time and there is a CONSTANT threat of drugs. Many of the kids here are bullied and some have limbs broken and other horrific... More
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Hanshew Middle School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 09, 2024
This is a great school speaking from a past perspective from when I went to this school a few years ago. It helps form well rounded students and pushes them to work hard. All of the teachers are great... More
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Eagle Academy Charter School
Current student
April 02, 2024
I live in the Service neighborhood area, but I chose to go to West High for a reason. I am currently a 9th grader. West has the best students in Alaska by a landslide. It has the only IB program, the... More
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West High School