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Alaska Private Daycares & Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 37 private daycares & preschools serving 3,994 students in Alaska.

The private daycares & preschools in Alaska include Immaculate Conception School, Mountain City Christian Academy, and Monroe Junior, Senior High Schools Of Fairbanks.

The average tuition cost is $6,866, which is lower than the Alaska average tuition cost of $7,295.

70% of private daycares & preschools in Alaska are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 37
# Students Served: 3,994

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 37
# Students Served: 3,994

Alaska Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

Private Schools

3,994

Students

$6,866

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

25%

Students of Color

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Alaska?

The private daycares & preschools in Alaska include Immaculate Conception School, Mountain City Christian Academy, and Monroe Junior, Senior High Schools Of Fairbanks.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Alaska?

37 private daycares & preschools are located in Alaska.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Alaska?

The average tuition cost is $6,866, which is lower than the Alaska private school average tuition cost of $7,295.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Alaska?

Alaska private daycares & preschools are approximately 25% minority students, which is higher than the Alaska private school average of 23%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Alaska?

70% of private daycares & preschools in Alaska are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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