Best 99516 Alaska Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,997 students in 99516, AK (there are 2 private schools, serving 716 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 99516, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 96%).
The top-ranked public schools in 99516, AK are Bear Valley Elementary School, Huffman Elementary School and O'malley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99516 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 99516, AK have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Best 99516, AK Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bear Valley Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
15001 Mountain Air Dr
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-5900
Gr: PK-6 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Huffman Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
12000 Lorraine St
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-5650
Gr: PK-6 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
O'malley Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
11100 Rockridge Dr
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-5800
Gr: PK-6 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Rabbit Creek Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
13650 Lake Otis Pkwy
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-5700
Gr: PK-6 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Bowman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
11700 Gregory Rd
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-5600
Gr: PK-6 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Goldenview Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15800 Goldenview Dr
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 348-8626
Gr: 7-8
Rank: #77.
South Anchorage High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
13400 Elmore Rd
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,239 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 99516, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in 99516, AK include Bear Valley Elementary School, Huffman Elementary School and O'malley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 99516?
7 public schools are located in 99516.
What percentage of students in 99516 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 99516 are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 96%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99516?
99516 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).

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