For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 62 students in Northway, AK.
The top-ranked public school in Northway, AK is Walter Northway School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Northway, AK public school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Northway have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Northway, AK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walter Northway School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Mile 7 Village Rd
Northway, AK 99764
(907) 778-2287
Northway, AK 99764
(907) 778-2287
Gr: PK-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Northway, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in Northway, AK include Walter Northway School.
How many public schools are located in Northway?
1 public schools are located in Northway.
What is the racial composition of students in Northway?
Northway public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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