Best Schools in Eagle River, Alaska
12 schools · 8 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Eagle River by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Eagle Academy Charter School
Elementary · Anchorage School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Birchwood Abc Elementary
Elementary · Anchorage School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Distance Learning/corresp. Ctr.
Other · Iditarod Area School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Eagle River for 2026 are Eagle Academy Charter School (9.2/10), Birchwood Abc Elementary (8.9/10), and Distance Learning/corresp. Ctr. (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
12
10 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$425,250
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
12
10 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$425,250
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.9/10 despite 23% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Eagle River schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Eagle River
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eagle Academy Charter School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Birchwood Abc Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Distance Learning/corresp. Ctr. | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Ravenwood Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Alpenglow Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Eagle River Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Fire Lake Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 8 | St John Orthodox Christian School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Eagle River High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Gruening Middle School | 6.7 / 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
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $131,631
- Median home value
- $425,250
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 43%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
58% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Eagle River compares
Alaska rank
#4 of 28
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Alaska avg (6.3)
Median household income
$132k
196% of Alaska median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Eagle River, Alaska
Eagle River, Alaska is home to 12 schools, including 10 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Eagle River perform strongly 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 Eagle River is Eagle Academy Charter School with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Eagle River is served by 2 school districts: Anchorage School District, Iditarod Area School District. These districts collectively serve 43,687 students.
Eagle River's community shows 43% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $131,631. The poverty rate in the area is 5.7%.
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.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 205 students · Kindergarten–8th | 9.2 | ||
| 2 | 239 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.9 | ||
| 3 | 461 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.1 | ||
| 4 | 342 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.7 | ||
| 5 | 325 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.1 | ||
| 6 | 215 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.0 | ||
| 7 | 315 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.4 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 76 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.9 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 596 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 794 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 156 students · Kindergarten–12th | 8.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Eagle River Christian School
Private
91 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.5 | ||
Schools in Eagle River
Eagle River, Alaska · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$131,631
Median Home Value
$425,250
Median Rent
$1,451/mo
Population
34,656
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Community Profile
Eagle River has a median household income of $131,631. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $425,250, with a median rent of $1,451/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alaska
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
Resources
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Common questions about schools in Eagle River, Alaska
How many schools are in Eagle River, Alaska?
Eagle River has 12 schools, including 10 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Eagle River, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Eagle River is 7.5 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 Eagle River, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Eagle River on MySchoolScout is Eagle Academy Charter School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Eagle River, Alaska?
The top-ranked elementary school in Eagle River on MySchoolScout is Eagle Academy Charter School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Eagle River, Alaska?
The top-ranked middle school in Eagle River on MySchoolScout is Gruening Middle School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Eagle River, Alaska?
The top-ranked high school in Eagle River on MySchoolScout is Eagle River High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Eagle River, Alaska?
Eagle River is served by 2 school districts: Anchorage School District, Iditarod Area School District.
What is the education level in Eagle River, Alaska?
According to Census data, 43% of adults in Eagle River have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Eagle River, Alaska?
The median household income in Eagle River is approximately $131,631 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Eagle River, Alaska?
Yes, Eagle River has 2 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is St John Orthodox Christian School with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Eagle River, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Eagle River is 20.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Eagle River, 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.