Chinook Montessori Charter School vs Fireweed Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alaska, United States, 608 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chinook Montessori Charter School
Fairbanks · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
158 students
Fireweed Academy
Homer · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
104 students
| Measure | Chinook Montessori Charter School Fairbanks, Alaska | Fireweed Academy Homer, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #78 of 159 | #45 of 159 |
| National rank | #23164 of 50,301 | #15521 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 158 | 104 |
| Enrollment | 158 | 104 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 42.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| city | Fairbanks | Homer |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fireweed Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.9 vs 52.8).
- •Fireweed Academy does better on math proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Fireweed Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Fireweed Academy does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.6).
- •Chinook Montessori Charter School is the larger school with 158 students compared with 104.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chinook Montessori Charter School better than Fireweed Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Fireweed Academy ranks higher (63.9 vs 52.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Chinook Montessori Charter School and Fireweed Academy?
About 608 km in a straight line, between Fairbanks and Homer in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chinook Montessori Charter School: 158. Fireweed Academy: 104. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chinook Montessori Charter School and Fireweed Academy rank in Alaska?
Chinook Montessori Charter School is 78th of 159 and Fireweed Academy is 45th of 159 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).