For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 430 students in 99686, AK.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 99686, AK are Hermon Hutchens Elementary School and George H. Gilson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 99686 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Alaska public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 99686, AK have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public elementary school average of 54% (majority American Indian).
Best 99686, AK Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hermon Hutchens Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1009 West Klutina
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-4728
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-4728
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
George H. Gilson Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
357 Robe River Dr
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-2244
Valdez, AK 99686
(907) 835-2244
Gr: 6-8 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 99686, AK?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 99686, AK include Hermon Hutchens Elementary School and George H. Gilson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 99686?
2 public elementary schools are located in 99686.
What is the racial composition of students in 99686?
99686 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public elementary schools average of 54% (majority American Indian).
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