For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 685 students in Chugiak, AK.
The top-ranked public preschools in Chugiak, AK are Birchwood Abc Elementary School and Chugiak Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chugiak, AK public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Alaska public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 29% statewide average). Pre schools in Chugiak have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alaska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public preschool average of 56% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Preschools in Chugiak, AK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Birchwood Abc Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17010 Birchtree St
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3450
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3450
Gr: PK-6 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Chugiak Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19932 Old Glenn Hwy
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3400
Chugiak, AK 99567
(907) 742-3400
Gr: PK-6 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Chugiak, AK?
The top-ranked public preschools in Chugiak, AK include Birchwood Abc Elementary School and Chugiak Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Chugiak?
2 public preschools are located in Chugiak.
What is the racial composition of students in Chugiak?
Chugiak public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public preschools average of 56% (majority American Indian).
Which public preschools in Chugiak are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Chugiak include: Chugiak Elementary School vs. Birchwood Abc Elementary School, Birchwood Abc Elementary School vs. Chugiak Elementary School
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