For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 287 students in 99686, AK.
The top-ranked public preschool in 99686, AK is Hermon Hutchens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 99686 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Alaska public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 29% statewide average). Pre schools in 99686, AK have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public preschool average of 56% (majority American Indian).
Best 99686, AK Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hermon Hutchens Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1009 West Klutina
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-4728
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-4728
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 99686, AK?
The top-ranked public preschools in 99686, AK include Hermon Hutchens Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 99686?
1 public preschools are located in 99686.
What is the racial composition of students in 99686?
99686 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public preschools average of 56% (majority American Indian).
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