What types of schools are available in Anchorage, Alaska?

Anchorage, Alaska offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Anchorage, Alaska

Q: How many schools are in Anchorage, Alaska?

There are 76 schools in Anchorage, Alaska, serving 34,291 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Anchorage?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Anchorage, Alaska, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 76 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

34,291

Total Students

Across Anchorage

20.4:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

76 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)4 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)13 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)3 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,702 students at West High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 6:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Wendler Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

2905 Lake Otis Rkwy, Anchorage, AK 99508

Bear Valley Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

15001 Mountain Air Dr, Anchorage, AK 99516

William Tyson Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

2801 Richmond Ave, Anchorage, AK 99508

4900 Raspberry Rd, Anchorage, AK 99502

4000 E 68Th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99507

Wonder Park Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

5101 E 4Th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99508

1200 San Antonio St, Anchorage, AK 99508

Willow Crest Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

1004 W Tudor Rd, Anchorage, AK 99503

2220 Nichols St, Anchorage, AK 99508

1700 Hillcrest Dr, Anchorage, AK 99517

Family Partnership Correspondence School

charter schoolhighK-12

4400 Business Park Blvd # B22, Anchorage, AK 99503

701 E 72Nd Ave, Anchorage, AK 99518

7500 Tyone Circle, Anchorage, AK 99504

Benny Benson Alternative High School

publichighGrade 9-12

4515 Campbell Airstrip Rd, Anchorage, AK 99507

410 East 56Th, Anchorage, AK 99518

Steller Secondary School

publichighGrade 6-12

2508 Blueberry Ln, Anchorage, AK 99503

Scenic Park Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

3933 Patterson Rd, Anchorage, AK 99504

7500 Jewel Lake Rd, Anchorage, AK 99502

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

2500 Minnesota Dr, Anchorage, AK 99503

Russian Jack Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

4300 E 20Th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99508

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Anchorage

Anchorage, Alaska is home to 76 schools serving over 34,291 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Anchorage, Alaska?

There are 76 schools in Anchorage, serving 34,291 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Anchorage?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Anchorage include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Anchorage?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Anchorage is 20.4:1.

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