For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,074 students in 99901, AK (there are 3 private schools, serving 614 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 99901, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in 99901, AK are Point Higgins School, Fawn Mountain Elementary School and Tongass School Of Arts And Sciences Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99901 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Alaska public school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 99901, AK have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99901, AK Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Point Higgins School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
981 North Point Higgins Rd Ntg
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 247-1500
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 247-1500
Grades: PK-6
| 241 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Fawn Mountain Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Old Homestead Rd
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 228-2200
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 228-2200
Grades: PK-6
| 237 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Tongass School Of Arts And Sciences Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
410 Schoenbar Rd
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-5720
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-5720
Grades: PK-6
| 134 students
Rank: #44.
Houghtaling Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2940 Baranof
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-4128
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-4128
Grades: PK-6
| 310 students
Rank: #55.
Ketchikan Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
410 Schoenbar
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-8568
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-8568
Grades: K-8
| 200 students
Rank: #66.
Fast Track
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2610 4th Avenue
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-2127
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-2127
Grades: K-12
| 83 students
Rank: #77.
Revilla Jr/sr High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3131 Baranof Ave
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-6681
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-6681
Grades: 7-12
| 102 students
Rank: #88.
Ketchikan High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2610 4th Ave
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-9815
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-9815
Grades: 9-12
| 498 students
Rank: #99.
Schoenbar Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
217 Schoenbar
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 228-7200
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 228-7200
Grades: 7-8
| 269 students
99901, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2610 4th Avenue
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-2128
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-2128
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Ketchikan Regional Youth Facility (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3058 5th Ave
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-6681
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-6681
Grades: 5-12
| 3 students
Tongass School Of Arts And Sciences (Closed 2023)
Charter School
333 Schoenbar Rd
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-5720
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-5720
Grades: K-6
| 165 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 99901, AK?
The top ranked public schools in 99901, AK include Point Higgins School, Fawn Mountain Elementary School and Tongass School Of Arts And Sciences Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 99901?
9 public schools are located in 99901.
What percentage of students in 99901 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 99901 are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99901?
99901 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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