Best Schools in Northway, Alaska
1 schools · 1 Other
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Walter Northway School
Other · Alaska Gateway School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$179,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$179,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Northway
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 | Walter Northway School | 5.1 / 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
- 5.1/10
- Median home value
- $179,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 2%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
0% of schools rated 7+
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
About Schools in Northway, Alaska
Northway, Alaska is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Northway 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 Northway is Walter Northway School with a composite score of 5.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Northway is served by 1 school district: Alaska Gateway School District. These districts collectively serve 369 students.
Northway's community shows 2% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 36.7%.
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 | 62 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.1 |
Schools in Northway
Northway, Alaska · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Home Value
$179,200
Population
207
College Educated
2%
Homeownership
90%
Poverty Rate
36.7%
Community Profile
It is a community where 2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $179,200. The area has a poverty rate of 36.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Northway, Alaska
How many schools are in Northway, Alaska?
Northway has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Northway, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Northway is 5.1 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 Northway, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Northway on MySchoolScout is Walter Northway School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Northway, Alaska?
Northway is served by 1 school district: Alaska Gateway School District.
What is the education level in Northway, Alaska?
According to Census data, 2% of adults in Northway have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Northway, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Northway is 15.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Northway, 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.