For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 169 students in 99742, AK.
The top-ranked public school in 99742, AK is Gambell School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 99742 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 99742, AK have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99742, AK Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gambell School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
169 Main St
Gambell, AK 99742
(907) 985-5515
Gambell, AK 99742
(907) 985-5515
Gr: PK-12 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99742, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in 99742, AK include Gambell School.
How many public schools are located in 99742?
1 public schools are located in 99742.
What is the racial composition of students in 99742?
99742 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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