For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,763 students in 99517, AK.
The top ranked public high school in 99517, AK is West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 99517 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Alaska public high school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 25% statewide average). High schools in 99517, AK have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 99517 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Alaska average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alaska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Alaska public high school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99517, AK Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Hillcrest Dr
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-2500
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-2500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,763 students
99517, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Village Charter School (Closed 2006)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
3020 Minnesota Drive Suite 8f
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-3728
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-3728
Grades: K-8
| 121 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 99517, AK?
The top ranked public high schools in 99517, AK include West High School.
How many public high schools are located in 99517?
1 public high schools are located in 99517.
What is the racial composition of students in 99517?
99517 public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Alaska public high schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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