For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,166 students in Chugiak, AK (there are , serving 285 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Chugiak, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in Chugiak, AK are Birchwood Abc Elementary School, Chugiak Elementary School and Mirror Lake Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chugiak, AK public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Chugiak have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Chugiak, AK (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Birchwood Abc Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17010 Birchtree St
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3450
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3450
Gr: PK-6 | 239 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Chugiak Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19932 Old Glenn Hwy
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3400
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3400
Gr: PK-6 | 466 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Mirror Lake Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
22901 Lake Hill Dr
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3500
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 549 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Chugiak High School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16525 S Birchwood Loop Rd
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3050
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3050
Gr: 9-12 | 912 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Chugiak, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Chugiak, AK?
The top ranked public schools in Chugiak, AK include Birchwood Abc Elementary School, Chugiak Elementary School and Mirror Lake Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Chugiak?
4 public schools are located in Chugiak.
What percentage of students in Chugiak go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Chugiak are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chugiak?
Chugiak public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Which public schools in Chugiak are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Chugiak include: Chugiak Elementary School vs. Birchwood Abc Elementary School, Birchwood Abc Elementary School vs. Chugiak Elementary School
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