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 ӣƵ 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
-
Anchorage School District
43,727 students | ANCHORAGE, AK
Grades PK, K-12 | 98 schools -
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
19,705 students | PALMER, AK
Grades PK, K-12 | 49 schools -
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
12,703 students | FAIRBANKS, AK
Grades PK, K-12 | 33 schools -
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
8,528 students | SOLDOTNA, AK
Grades PK, K-12 | 44 schools -
Galena City School District
7,177 students | GALENA, AK
Grades PK, K-12 | 4 schools
Reviews From Schools in Alaska
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
July 02, 2025
I had the worst experience with this school the principal doesn't take sexual assault seriously and my daughter was simply swept under the rug do not take your children here it is not safe the staff... More
Review for
Cottonwood Creek Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 24, 2025
This is probably the best public High School in Anchorage hands down. I was skeptical when I visited the first time, but the school is so clean, neat, kept up, and orderly. It’s like Japan in there.... More
Review for
South Anchorage High School
Parent / Guardian
June 20, 2025
As both a parent (4-5 years) and former employee (2 years on and off), I once trusted this school, & I would have once left a raving review. I believed in its mission & thought my children were in a... More
Review for
Fairhill Christian School