Top 3 Best 99686 Alaska Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 707 students in 99686, AK.
The top ranked public schools in 99686, AK are George H. Gilson Middle School, Hermon Hutchens Elementary School and Valdez High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99686 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 99686, AK have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Best 99686, AK Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
George H. Gilson Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
357 Robe River Dr
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-2244
Grades: 6-8
| 156 students
Rank: #22.
Hermon Hutchens Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1009 West Klutina
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-4728
Grades: PK-5
| 325 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Valdez High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
319 Robe River Dr
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-4767
Grades: 9-12
| 165 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Valdez Home School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1112 West Klutina St
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-4357
Grades: PK-12
| 61 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 99686, AK?
The top ranked public schools in 99686, AK include George H. Gilson Middle School, Hermon Hutchens Elementary School and Valdez High School.
How many public schools are located in 99686, AK?
4 public schools are located in 99686, AK.
What is the racial composition of students in 99686, AK?
99686, AK public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).

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