For the 2024 school year, there are 22 public schools serving 13,970 students in 99701, AK (there are 7 private schools, serving 541 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 99701, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 96%).
The top ranked public schools in 99701, AK are Fairbanks B.e.s.t., Golden Heart Academy and Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99701 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 99701, AK have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99701, AK Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fairbanks B.e.s.t.
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
520 Fifth Ave
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2000
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2000
Grades: PK-12
| 743 students
Rank: #22.
Golden Heart Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1502 Wilbur St
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-1536
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-1536
Grades: 5-12
| 17 students
Rank: #33.
Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea)
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2157 Van Horn Rd
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 374-2200
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 374-2200
Grades: PK-12
| 7,321 students
Rank: #44.
Hunter Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1630 Gillam Way
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-5775
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-5775
Grades: PK-6
| 314 students
Rank: #55.
Chinook Montessori Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3002 International St
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-5020
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-5020
Grades: K-8
| 150 students
Rank: #66.
Barnette Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 Barnette St
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-6072
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-6072
Grades: PK-8
| 414 students
Rank: #77.
Weller Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
635 Elementary Dr
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 457-1629
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 457-1629
Grades: PK-6
| 372 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Boreal Sun Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2404 S Barnette St
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-5444
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-5444
Grades: K-8
| 203 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Ladd Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 F St
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 451-1700
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 451-1700
Grades: PK-8
| 380 students
Rank: #1010.
Midnight Sun Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2301 Bradway Rd
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 488-0134
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 488-0134
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
Rank: #1111.
Salcha Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8530 Richardson Hwy
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 488-3267
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 488-3267
Grades: PK-6
| 62 students
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Lathrop High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 Airport Way
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-7794
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-7794
Grades: 9-12
| 841 students
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Randy Smith Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1401 Bainbridge
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 458-7600
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 458-7600
Grades: 7-8
| 275 students
Rank: #1414.
Tanana Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 Trainor Gate Rd
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-8145
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-8145
Grades: 7-8
| 300 students
Rank: #1515.
Ryan Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1450 Cowles
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-4751
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-4751
Grades: 7-8
| 396 students
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Denali Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1042 Lathrop St
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2456
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2456
Grades: PK-6
| 270 students
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Joy Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
24 Margaret St
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-5469
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 456-5469
Grades: PK-8
| 327 students
Rank: #1818.
Two Rivers School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Two Rivers Rd
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 488-6616
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 488-6616
Grades: PK-8
| 66 students
Rank: #1919.
Anne Wien Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1501 Hampstead Ave
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 451-7500
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 451-7500
Grades: PK-6
| 314 students
Rank: #2020.
Ticasuk Brown Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
785 Lakloey Dr
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 488-3200
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 488-3200
Grades: PK-5
| 394 students
Rank: #2121.
Nordale Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
397 Hamilton Ave
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2696
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2696
Grades: PK-6
| 282 students
Rank: #2222.
Alternative Learning Systems
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
520 Fifth Ave
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2000
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 452-2000
Grades: PK-12
| 192 students
99701, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
520 Fifth Avenue
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 488-6616
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 488-6616
Grades: K-9
| 113 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 99701, AK?
The top ranked public schools in 99701, AK include Fairbanks B.e.s.t., Golden Heart Academy and Interior Distance Education Of Alaska (Idea).
How many public schools are located in 99701, AK?
22 public schools are located in 99701, AK.
What percentage of students in 99701, AK go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 99701, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 96%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99701, AK?
99701, AK public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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