For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,751 students in 99503, AK (there are 2 private schools, serving 189 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 99503, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 99503, AK are Steller Secondary School, Romig Middle School and Willow Crest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99503 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 99503, AK have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is equal to the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99503, AK Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Steller Secondary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2508 Blueberry Ln
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-4950
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-4950
Gr: 6-12 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Romig Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2500 Minnesota Dr
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-5200
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,138 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Willow Crest Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1004 W Tudor Rd
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-1000
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-1000
Gr: PK-6 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
North Star Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
605 W Fireweed Ln
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-3800
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-3800
Gr: PK-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99503, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in 99503, AK include Steller Secondary School, Romig Middle School and Willow Crest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 99503?
6 public schools are located in 99503.
What percentage of students in 99503 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 99503 are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99503?
99503 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is equal to the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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