For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 31 students in Wales, AK.
The top-ranked public school in Wales, AK is Wales School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wales, 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 Wales 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 Wales, AK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wales School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
490 Main St
Wales, AK 99783
(907) 664-3021
Wales, AK 99783
(907) 664-3021
Gr: PK-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wales, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in Wales, AK include Wales School.
How many public schools are located in Wales?
1 public schools are located in Wales.
What is the racial composition of students in Wales?
Wales 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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