Best 99503 Alaska Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 2,319 students in 99503, AK.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 99503, AK are Willow Crest Elementary School and North Star Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 99503 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Alaska public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 99503, AK have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public elementary school average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Best 99503, AK Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willow Crest Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1004 W Tudor Rd
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-1000
Gr: PK-6 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
North Star Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
605 W Fireweed Ln
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-3800
Gr: PK-6 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 99503, AK?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 99503, AK include Willow Crest Elementary School and North Star Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 99503?
4 public elementary schools are located in 99503.
What is the racial composition of students in 99503?
99503 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public elementary schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).

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