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Best Alaska Private Schools Belonging to Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 private school belonging to Northwest Association of Independent School (NWAIS) serving 103 students in Alaska. You can also find more schools membership associations in Alaska.
The top ranked private school belonging to Northwest Association of Independent School (NWAIS) in Alaska is Pacific Northern Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Alaska private school average acceptance rate of 93%.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 1

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 1

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) in Alaska (2026-27)

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) in Alaska?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) in Alaska is Pacific Northern Academy.
How many private schools belonging to Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) are located in Alaska?
1 private schools belonging to Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) are located in Alaska.
1
Private Schools
103
Students
$18,468
Avg. Tuition
12%
Students of Color
5:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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