Very Good
#4 of 22 private schools in AK
Top 14% of private schools
Pacific Northern Academy
Elementary School
2511 SENTRY DR, Anchorage, AK 99507
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alaska private schools
#4 of 22
In Anchorage
#2 of 10
public schools
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Pacific Northern Academy
Elementary School in Anchorage · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pacific Northern Academy
Pacific Northern Academy is a private elementary school in Anchorage, AK. Pacific Northern Academy serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Pacific Northern Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 22 private schools in AK.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- AK avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, Pacific Northern Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Pacific Northern Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pacific Northern Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Pacific Northern Academy compares to 70 public schools serving similar grades in Anchorage, AK
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pacific Northern Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Spring Hill Elementary | 5.1 |
| Hanshew Middle School | 4.6 |
| FOCUS Homeschool | 5.9 |
| Bowman Elementary | 8.6 |
| Trailside Elementary | 8.2 |
| Huffman Elementary | 8.6 |
| Kasuun Elementary | 6.6 |
| Taku Elementary | 5.0 |
| Ocean View Elementary | 7.2 |
| Rilke Schule Charter School | 8.4 |
| Northern Lights ABC K-8 School | 8.4 |
| Polaris K-12 School | 5.9 |
| O'Malley Elementary | 8.6 |
| Rabbit Creek Elementary | 8.5 |
| Campbell STEM Elementary | 6.7 |
| Tudor Elementary | 5.1 |
| Klatt Elementary | 7.2 |
| Mears Middle School | 5.1 |
| Chinook Elementary | 6.2 |
| Bayshore Elementary | 8.4 |
Showing 20 of 70 schools. View all schools in Anchorage
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AK.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AK
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2511 SENTRY DR, Anchorage, AK 99507
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pacific Northern Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bowman Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Huffman Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rabbit Creek Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Anchorage, see our Anchorage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hanshew Middle School Anchorage | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Spring Hill Elementary Anchorage | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| FOCUS Homeschool Anchorage | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Bowman Elementary Anchorage | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Anchorage | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Rilke Schule Charter School Anchorage | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ELEMENTARY Anchorage | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SECONDARY Anchorage | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Northern Lights ABC K-8 School Anchorage | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Huffman Elementary Anchorage | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Polaris K-12 School Anchorage | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Rabbit Creek Elementary Anchorage | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Kasuun Elementary Anchorage | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Taku Elementary Anchorage | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| South Anchorage High School Anchorage | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Tudor Elementary Anchorage | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Ocean View Elementary Anchorage | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Trailside Elementary Anchorage | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| S.A.V.E. High School Anchorage | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| McLaughlin Secondary School Anchorage | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99507 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,347
Median Home Value
$371,200
Median Rent
$1,546/mo
Population
36,300
College Educated
37.6%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST JOHN ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Eagle River, AK | 6.9 |
| Fireweed Academy Homer, AK | 7.4 |
| ANCHORAGE WALDORF SCHOOL Anchorage, AK | 6.7 |
| Tustumena Elementary Kasilof, AK | 7.5 |
| Evergreen Elementary Wrangell, AK | 7.7 |
| Juneau Community Charter School Juneau, AK | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pacific Northern Academy
What grades does Pacific Northern Academy serve?
Pacific Northern Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Pacific Northern Academy?
Pacific Northern Academy has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pacific Northern Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Pacific Northern Academy is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pacific Northern Academy rank in AK?
Pacific Northern Academy ranks #4 of 22 private schools in AK.
What is Pacific Northern Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Pacific Northern Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pacific Northern Academy a private school?
Yes, Pacific Northern Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Pacific Northern Academy a religious school?
No, Pacific Northern Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Gender Split
- 68% M / 32% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Anchorage Municipality
- Phone
- (907) 333-1080
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