For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,413 students in 99577, AK (there are 3 private schools, serving 263 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 99577, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in 99577, AK are Eagle Academy Charter School, Ravenwood Elementary School and Distance Learning/corresp. Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99577 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Alaska public school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 99577, AK have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99577, AK Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eagle Academy Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10901 Mausel St Ste 101
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3025
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3025
Grades: K-8
| 189 students
Rank: #22.
Ravenwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9500 Wren Ln
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3250
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3250
Grades: PK-6
| 479 students
Rank: #33.
Distance Learning/corresp. Center
Magnet School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Fire Weed Plaza Ste 105
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 694-6100
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 694-6100
Grades: K-12
| 154 students
Rank: #44.
Alpenglow Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19201 Driftwood Bay Dr
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3300
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3300
Grades: PK-6
| 368 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Eagle River High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8701 Yosemite Dr
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-2700
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-2700
Grades: 9-12
| 791 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Homestead Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18001 Baranoff St
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3550
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3550
Grades: PK-6
| 306 students
Rank: #77.
Eagle River Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19900 Old Eagle River Rd
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3000
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3000
Grades: PK-6
| 308 students
Rank: #88.
Gruening Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9601 Lee St
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3600
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3600
Grades: 6-8
| 589 students
Rank: #99.
Fire Lake Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13801 Harry Mcdonald Rd
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3350
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3350
Grades: PK-6
| 229 students
99577, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mckinley Heights High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Hc 85, Box 9549
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 694-3336
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 694-3336
Grades: 7-12
| 10 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 99577, AK?
The top ranked public schools in 99577, AK include Eagle Academy Charter School, Ravenwood Elementary School and Distance Learning/corresp. Center.
How many public schools are located in 99577?
9 public schools are located in 99577.
What percentage of students in 99577 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 99577 are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99577?
99577 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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