For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,026 students in 99501, AK.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 99501, AK are Chugach Optional Elementary School, Inlet View Elementary School and Akchoice K-12 Learning. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 99501 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Alaska public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 99501, AK have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alaska public elementary school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99501, AK Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chugach Optional Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1205 E St
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-3730
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-3730
Gr: PK-6 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Inlet View Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1219 N St
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-7630
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-7630
Gr: PK-6 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Akchoice K-12 Learning
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
616 W 10th Ave
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4164
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4164
Gr: K-12 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Denali Montessori Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
148 East Ninth Ave
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4500
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4500
Gr: PK-6 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Government Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
525 Bluff Dr
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-5000
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-5000
Gr: PK-6 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #66.
Dr. Etheldra Davis - Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1327 Nelchina St
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-7600
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-7600
Gr: PK-6 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
1405 E Street
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4267
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 742-4267
Gr: K-12
99501, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 99501, AK?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 99501, AK include Chugach Optional Elementary School, Inlet View Elementary School and Akchoice K-12 Learning.
How many public elementary schools are located in 99501?
7 public elementary schools are located in 99501.
What is the racial composition of students in 99501?
99501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alaska public elementary schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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