Chugach School District
School District · Anchorage, Alaska
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
4
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher Ratio
37.4:1
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
4
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher Ratio
37.4:1
How this district compares
Alaska rank
#35 of 41
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Alaska avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,706
$11,982 vs Alaska median
District size
635 students
Typical than Alaska median
Top-Rated Schools in Chugach School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (2 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Whittier Community School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Focus Homeschool | 5.6 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Chugach School District
Chugach School District is a Anchorage, Alaska school district serving 4 schools.The district educates 635 students with a student-teacher ratio of 37.4:1. District-level spending was $13,706 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 5.8/10, Chugach School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Whittier Community School, which has a composite score of 6.0/10.
In standardized testing, Chugach School District students show an average math proficiency of 33.8% and ELA proficiency of 46.0%.
District Map
Schools in Chugach School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Chugach School District with test data.
Schools in Chugach School District
4 schoolsDistrict Details
- State
- Alaska
- City
- Anchorage
- Total Enrollment
- 635
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- District spending per student
- $13,706NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 14.9%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Chugach School District?
Chugach School District has 4 schools in total. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Chugach School District?
The average composite rating for Chugach School District is 5.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Chugach School District?
Chugach School District's district-level spending was $13,706 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Chugach School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Chugach School District is 37.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Chugach School District?
Whittier Community School is the highest-rated school in Chugach School District with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What are the test scores in Chugach School District?
Across schools in Chugach School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 33.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 46.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Chugach School District compare to other districts in Alaska?
Chugach School District has an average school rating of 5.8/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Alaska by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 33.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 46.0%
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Compare Chugach School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District (49)
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- Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District (9)
- Kuspuk School District (9)
- Alaska Gateway School District (8)
- Iditarod Area School District (8)
- Southeast Island School District (8)
- Southwest Region School District (8)
- Sitka School District (6)
- Yukon Flats School District (6)
- Copper River School District (5)
- Delta/greely School District (5)
- Aleutians East Borough School District (4)
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.
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