For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,402 students in 99501, AK (there are 2 private schools, serving 8 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 99501, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in 99501, AK are Chugach Optional Elementary School, Inlet View Elementary School and Akchoice K-12 Learning. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99501 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Alaska public school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 99501, AK have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99501, AK Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chugach Optional Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1205 E St
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-3730
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-3730
Grades: PK-6
| 265 students
Rank: #22.
Inlet View Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1219 N St
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-7630
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-7630
Grades: PK-6
| 233 students
Rank: #33.
Akchoice K-12 Learning
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
616 W 10th Ave
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4164
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4164
Grades: K-12
| 273 students
Rank: #44.
Denali Montessori Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
148 East Ninth Ave
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4500
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4500
Grades: PK-6
| 378 students
Rank: #55.
Government Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
525 Bluff Dr
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-5000
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-5000
Grades: PK-6
| 478 students
Rank: #66.
Central Middle School Of Science
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1405 E St
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-5100
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-5100
Grades: 7-8
| 376 students
Rank: #77.
Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1327 Nelchina St
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-7600
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-7600
Grades: PK-6
| 399 students
Rank: n/an/a
1405 E Street
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4267
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4267
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
99501, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Avail School (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
425 C St
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4930
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4930
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 99501, AK?
The top ranked public schools in 99501, AK include Chugach Optional Elementary School, Inlet View Elementary School and Akchoice K-12 Learning.
How many public schools are located in 99501?
8 public schools are located in 99501.
What percentage of students in 99501 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 99501 are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99501?
99501 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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