For the 2024 school year, there are 57 private schools serving 5,044 students in Alaska (there are 500 public schools, serving 129,941 students). 4% of all K-12 students in Alaska are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $7,316 for elementary schools and $6,881 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Alaska include Grace Christian School, Gateway Christian Schools and Anchorage Montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 94% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 26% and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
Top Ranked Alaska Private Schools by County (2024)
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Alaska?
The best top ranked private schools in Alaska include Grace Christian School, Gateway Christian Schools and Anchorage Montessori School.
How many private schools are located in Alaska?
57 private schools are located in Alaska.
How much do private schools cost in Alaska?
The average private school tuition in Alaska is $7,316 for elementary schools and $6,881 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Alaska?
Alaska private schools are approximately 26% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Alaska go to private school?
4% of all K-12 students in Alaska are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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