For the 2026 school year, there are 2 alternative public preschools serving 346 students in Alaska.
The top-ranked alternative public preschools in Alaska are Valley Pathways and Alternative Learning Systems. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alaska alternative public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alaska public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 29% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public preschool average of 57% (majority American Indian).
Best Alternative Public Preschools in Alaska (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley Pathways
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1150 North France Rd
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-4650
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-4650
Gr: PK-12 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Alternative Learning Systems
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
397 Hamilton Avenue
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2000
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2000
Gr: PK-12 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative public preschools in Alaska?
The top-ranked alternative public preschools in Alaska include Valley Pathways and Alternative Learning Systems.
How many alternative public preschools are located in Alaska?
2 alternative public preschools are located in Alaska.
What is the racial composition of students in Alaska?
Alaska alternative public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public preschools average of 57% (majority American Indian).