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Best Alaska Nonsectarian Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 nonsectarian private elementary schools in Alaska. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in Alaska.
The top ranked nonsectarian private elementary schools in Alaska include Sprucetree Montessori School, Pacific Northern Academy, and Anchorage Waldorf School.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 9

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 9

Top Ranked Nonsectarian Private Elementary Schools in Alaska (2026-27)

Anchorage Waldorf School Photo
Anchorage Waldorf School
Gr: PK-8 | 78 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Specialized Curriculum
3250 Baxter Road
Anchorage, AK 99504
(907) 333-9062
(3)
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Pacific Northern Academy
Gr: K-8 | 103 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 7
2511 Sentry Drive
Anchorage, AK 99507
(907) 333-1080
(10)
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Map of Sprucetree Montessori School
Sprucetree Montessori School
Gr: PK-6 | 91 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Montessori School
1830 2nd Avenue
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 479-8733
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Map of Anchorage Montessori School
Anchorage Montessori School
Gr: PK-5 | 174 students
Montessori School
5001 Northwood Dr
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 276-2240
(2)
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Map of Eagle Crest Academy
Eagle Crest Academy
Gr: 7-12 | 20 students
Alternative School
2222 E Tudor Rd
Anchorage, AK 99511
(907) 561-7692
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Map of The Seer School
The Seer School
Gr: K-8 | 15 students
Specialized Curriculum
303 Kimsham St.
Sitka, AK 99835
(907) 747-6224
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Map of Starbright Early Learning Center
Starbright Early Learning Center
Gr: PK-4 | 80 students
Alternative School
3531 E Tudor Rd
Anchorage, AK 99507
(907) 562-1414
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Map of Ya Ne Dah Ah School
Ya Ne Dah Ah School
Gr: 1-12 | 12 students
9109 Glenn Hwy
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 745-0793
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Map of Ya Ne Dah Ah School
Ya Ne Dah Ah School
Gr: PK-12 | 19 students
Specialized Curriculum
Po Box 1105
Sutton, AK 99674
(907) 745-0793
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked nonsectarian private elementary schools in Alaska?
The top ranked nonsectarian private elementary schools in Alaska include Sprucetree Montessori School, Pacific Northern Academy, and Anchorage Waldorf School.
How many nonsectarian private elementary schools are located in Alaska?
9 nonsectarian private elementary schools are located in Alaska.

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