For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 707 students in 99503, AK.
The top-ranked public preschools in 99503, AK are Willow Crest Elementary School and North Star Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 99503 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Alaska public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 29% statewide average). Pre schools in 99503, AK have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alaska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is more than the Alaska public preschool average of 57% (majority American Indian).
Best 99503, AK Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willow Crest Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1004 W Tudor Rd
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-1000
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-1000
Gr: PK-6 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
North Star Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
605 W Fireweed Ln
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-3800
Anchorage, AK 99503
(907) 742-3800
Gr: PK-6 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 99503, AK?
The top-ranked public preschools in 99503, AK include Willow Crest Elementary School and North Star Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 99503?
2 public preschools are located in 99503.
What is the racial composition of students in 99503?
99503 public preschools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is more than the Alaska public preschools average of 57% (majority American Indian).
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