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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Parent / Guardian
July 06, 2024
Before sending your kid to this school I would check out the background the school has had with inappropriate touching of kids. You think that with the history it would have gotten better with making... More
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Iditarod Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 29, 2024
Not enough support and engagement for students and parents. Teachers and staff are overwhelmed. My children did really well in school until they transitioned to Mears. There is no bus service in parts... More
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Mears Middle School
Parent / Guardian
June 20, 2024
When we were here the last time there was a male principal who was beyond amazing. I heard he was driven out by the liberals. Those liberals have taken over the school and it has gone downhill more... More
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Ladd Elementary School