Best Schools in Big Lake, Alaska
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Big Lake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Big Lake Elementary
Elementary · Matanuska-susitna Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Houston Middle School
Middle · Matanuska-susitna Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$280,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$280,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Big Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Big Lake Elementary | 5.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Houston Middle School | 3.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.3/10
- Median household income
- $71,310
- Median home value
- $280,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Big Lake compares
Median household income
$71k
106% of Alaska median
About Schools in Big Lake, Alaska
Big Lake, Alaska is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 4.3 out of 10, schools in Big Lake show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Big Lake is Big Lake Elementary with a composite score of 5.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Big Lake is served by 1 school district: Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. These districts collectively serve 19,421 students.
Big Lake's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,310. The poverty rate in the area is 13.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 320 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 344 students · 6th–8th | 3.1 |
Schools in Big Lake
Big Lake, Alaska · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,310
Median Home Value
$280,200
Median Rent
$1,066/mo
Population
4,066
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Community Profile
Big Lake has a median household income of $71,310. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $280,200, with a median rent of $1,066/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.2%. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alaska
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
Resources
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Big Lake, Alaska
How many schools are in Big Lake, Alaska?
Big Lake has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Big Lake, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Big Lake is 4.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Big Lake, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Big Lake on MySchoolScout is Big Lake Elementary with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Big Lake, Alaska?
The top-ranked elementary school in Big Lake on MySchoolScout is Big Lake Elementary with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Big Lake, Alaska?
The top-ranked middle school in Big Lake on MySchoolScout is Houston Middle School with a composite score of 3.1/10.
How many school districts serve Big Lake, Alaska?
Big Lake is served by 1 school district: Matanuska-susitna Borough School District.
What is the education level in Big Lake, Alaska?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Big Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Big Lake, Alaska?
The median household income in Big Lake is approximately $71,310 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Big Lake, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Big Lake is 15.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Big Lake, Alaska?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alaska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.