For the 2025 school year, there are 2 alternative public preschools serving 346 students in Alaska.
The top ranked alternative public preschools in Alaska are Valley Pathways and Alternative Learning Systems. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alaska alternative public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alaska public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 29% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public preschool average of 57% (majority American Indian).
Best Alternative Public Preschools in Alaska (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valley Pathways
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1150 North France Rd
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-4650
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-4650
Grades: PK-12
| 153 students
Rank: #22.
Alternative Learning Systems
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
397 Hamilton Avenue
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2000
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2000
Grades: PK-12
| 193 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked alternative public preschools in Alaska?
The top ranked alternative public preschools in Alaska include Valley Pathways and Alternative Learning Systems.
How many alternative public preschools are located in Alaska?
2 alternative public preschools are located in Alaska.
What is the racial composition of students in Alaska?
Alaska alternative public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public preschools average of 57% (majority American Indian).
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