For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 138 students in Wainwright, AK.
The top-ranked public school in Wainwright, AK is Alak School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wainwright, AK public school have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Wainwright have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Wainwright, AK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alak School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
567 Main St
Wainwright, AK 99782
(907) 763-5800
Wainwright, AK 99782
(907) 763-5800
Gr: PK-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wainwright, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in Wainwright, AK include Alak School.
How many public schools are located in Wainwright?
1 public schools are located in Wainwright.
What is the racial composition of students in Wainwright?
Wainwright public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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