For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 4,385 students in 99709, AK.
The top ranked public preschools in 99709, AK are Pearl Creek Elementary School, Woodriver Elementary School and Raven School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 99709 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Alaska public pre school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 29% statewide average). Pre schools in 99709, AK have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public preschool average of 57% (majority American Indian).
Best 99709, AK Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pearl Creek Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 Auburn Dr
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 479-4234
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 479-4234
Grades: PK-5
| 394 students
Rank: #22.
Woodriver Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5000 Palo Verde Dr
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 479-4211
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 479-4211
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Rank: #33.
Raven School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4762 Old Airport Way
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 357-9573
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 357-9573
Grades: PK-12
| 3,273 students
Rank: #44.
University Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
554 Loftus Rd
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 479-6963
Fairbanks, AK 99709
(907) 479-6963
Grades: PK-5
| 371 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 99709, AK?
The top ranked public preschools in 99709, AK include Pearl Creek Elementary School, Woodriver Elementary School and Raven School.
How many public preschools are located in 99709?
4 public preschools are located in 99709.
What is the racial composition of students in 99709?
99709 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public preschools average of 57% (majority American Indian).
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