For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,768 students in 99517, AK.
The top-ranked public high school in 99517, AK is West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 99517 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Alaska public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 25% statewide average). High schools in 99517, AK have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 99517 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Alaska average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West High School, with 85% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alaska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Alaska public high school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99517, AK Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Hillcrest Dr
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-2500
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,768 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
99517, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Village Charter School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
3020 Minnesota Drive Suite 8f
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-3728
Anchorage, AK 99517
(907) 742-3728
Gr: K-8 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 99517, AK?
The top-ranked public high schools in 99517, AK include West High School.
How many public high schools are located in 99517?
1 public high schools are located in 99517.
What is the racial composition of students in 99517?
99517 public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Alaska public high schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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