For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,615 students in 99577, AK.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 99577, AK are Eagle Academy Charter School, Ravenwood Elementary School and Distance Learning/corresp. Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 99577 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Alaska public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 99577, AK have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alaska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public elementary school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99577, AK Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10901 Mausel St Ste 101
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3025
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3025
Gr: K-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Ravenwood Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9500 Wren Ln
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3250
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3250
Gr: PK-6 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Distance Learning/corresp. Center
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12812 Old Glen Hwy
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 694-6100
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 694-6100
Gr: K-12 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 78:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Alpenglow Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19201 Driftwood Bay Dr
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3300
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3300
Gr: PK-6 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Gruening Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9601 Lee St
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3600
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Eagle River Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19900 Old Eagle River Rd
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3000
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3000
Gr: PK-6 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #77.
Homestead Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18001 Baranoff St
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3550
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3550
Gr: PK-6 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #88.
Fire Lake Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13801 Harry Mcdonald Rd
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3350
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3350
Gr: PK-6 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
99577, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mckinley Heights High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Hc 85, Box 9549
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 694-3336
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 694-3336
Gr: 7-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 99577, AK?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 99577, AK include Eagle Academy Charter School, Ravenwood Elementary School and Distance Learning/corresp. Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in 99577?
8 public elementary schools are located in 99577.
What is the racial composition of students in 99577?
99577 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public elementary schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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