Best Schools in Cantwell, Alaska
1 schools · 1 Other
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$221,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$221,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $41,000
- Median home value
- $221,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Cantwell compares
Median household income
$41k
61% of Alaska median
About Schools in Cantwell, Alaska
Cantwell, Alaska is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
Cantwell is served by 1 school district: Denali Borough School District. These districts collectively serve 924 students.
Cantwell's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $41,000. The poverty rate in the area is 10.7%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 students · Pre-K–12th | — |
Schools in Cantwell
Cantwell, Alaska · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$41,000
Median Home Value
$221,400
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
121
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
88%
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Community Profile
Cantwell has a median household income of $41,000. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $221,400, with a median rent of $900/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alaska
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Cantwell, Alaska
How many schools are in Cantwell, Alaska?
Cantwell has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
How many school districts serve Cantwell, Alaska?
Cantwell is served by 1 school district: Denali Borough School District.
What is the education level in Cantwell, Alaska?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Cantwell have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cantwell, Alaska?
The median household income in Cantwell is approximately $41,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cantwell, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cantwell is 10.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cantwell, 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.