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)6 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)9 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 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 1,636 students at Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 13:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

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

O'Malley Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

11100 Rockridge Dr, Anchorage, AK 99516

888 Edwards St, Anchorage, AK 99504

Ocean View Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

11911 Johns Rd, Anchorage, AK 99515

Nunaka Valley Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

1905 Twining Dr, Anchorage, AK 99504

Northern Lights Abc K-8 School

publicmiddlePK-8

2424 East Dowling Rd, Anchorage, AK 99507

North Star Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

605 W Fireweed Ln, Anchorage, AK 99503

4807 Northwood Dr, Anchorage, AK 99517

Airport Heights Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

1510 Alder Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508

Mountain View Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

4005 Mcphee Ave, Anchorage, AK 99508

3331 Lake Otis Pkwy, Anchorage, AK 99508

Inlet View Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

1219 N St, Anchorage, AK 99501

3500 W Northern Lights Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99517

1666 Cache Dr, Anchorage, AK 99507

Gladys Wood Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

7001 Cranberry St, Anchorage, AK 99502

Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School

publichighGrade 9-12

4025 E Northern Lights Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99508

Dr. Etheldra Davis Fairview Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

1327 Nelchina St, Anchorage, AK 99501

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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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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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