For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,754 students in 99517, AK (there are 1 private school, serving 174 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 99517, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 99517, AK are Aquarian Charter School, Turnagain Elementary School and West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99517 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 99517, AK have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99517, AK Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aquarian Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1705 W 32nd Ave
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-4900
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-4900
Gr: K-6 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Turnagain Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3500 W Northern Lights Blvd
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-7200
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-7200
Gr: PK-6 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
West High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Hillcrest Dr
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-2500
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,702 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Northwood Abc
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4807 Northwood Dr
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-6800
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-6800
Gr: PK-6 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #55.
Lake Hood Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3601 W 40th Ave
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 245-5521
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 245-5521
Gr: PK-6 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99517, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in 99517, AK include Aquarian Charter School, Turnagain Elementary School and West High School.
How many public schools are located in 99517?
5 public schools are located in 99517.
What percentage of students in 99517 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 99517 are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99517?
99517 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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