Best 99506 Alaska Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 782 students in 99506, AK.
The top-ranked public preschools in 99506, AK are Aurora Elementary School and Orion Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 99506 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Alaska public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 29% statewide average). Pre schools in 99506, AK have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Alaska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public preschool average of 56% (majority American Indian).

Best 99506, AK Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aurora Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5085 10th St
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0300
Gr: PK-6 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Orion Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5112 Arctic Warrior Dr
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0250
Gr: PK-6 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 99506, AK?
The top-ranked public preschools in 99506, AK include Aurora Elementary School and Orion Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 99506?
2 public preschools are located in 99506.
What is the racial composition of students in 99506?
99506 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public preschools average of 56% (majority American Indian).

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