Best Schools in Fort Wainwright, Alaska
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Arctic Light Elementary
Elementary · Fairbanks North Star Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Income
$65,839
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Income
$65,839
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fort Wainwright
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arctic Light Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $65,839
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 0%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Fort Wainwright compares
Median household income
$66k
98% of Alaska median
About Schools in Fort Wainwright, Alaska
Fort Wainwright, Alaska is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Fort Wainwright 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 Fort Wainwright is Arctic Light Elementary with a composite score of 6.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fort Wainwright is served by 1 school district: Fairbanks North Star Borough School District. These districts collectively serve 12,541 students.
Fort Wainwright's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,839. The poverty rate in the area is 5.1%.
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 | 431 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
Schools in Fort Wainwright
Fort Wainwright, Alaska · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,839
Median Rent
$2,132/mo
Population
8,545
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
0%
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Community Profile
Fort Wainwright has a median household income of $65,839. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Fort Wainwright, Alaska
How many schools are in Fort Wainwright, Alaska?
Fort Wainwright has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fort Wainwright, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fort Wainwright is 6.0 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 Fort Wainwright, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Fort Wainwright on MySchoolScout is Arctic Light Elementary with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fort Wainwright, Alaska?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fort Wainwright on MySchoolScout is Arctic Light Elementary with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Fort Wainwright, Alaska?
Fort Wainwright is served by 1 school district: Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.
What is the education level in Fort Wainwright, Alaska?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Fort Wainwright have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fort Wainwright, Alaska?
The median household income in Fort Wainwright is approximately $65,839 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fort Wainwright, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fort Wainwright is 20.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fort Wainwright, 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.