For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 314 students in 99505, AK.
The top ranked public school in 99505, AK is Ursa Minor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 99505 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alaska public school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 99505, AK have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99505, AK Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ursa Minor Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
336 Hoonah Ave
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 428-1311
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 428-1311
Grades: PK-6
| 314 students
99505, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
454 Dyea St
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 742-1600
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 742-1600
Grades: PK-6
| 390 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 99505, AK?
The top ranked public schools in 99505, AK include Ursa Minor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 99505?
1 public schools are located in 99505.
What is the racial composition of students in 99505?
99505 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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