For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,239 students in 99516, AK.
The top-ranked public high school in 99516, AK is South Anchorage High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 99516 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Alaska public high school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 25% statewide average). High schools in 99516, AK have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 99516 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Alaska average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Anchorage High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alaska or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public high school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99516, AK Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Anchorage High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13400 Elmore Rd
Anchorage, AK 99516
(907) 742-6200
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 high schools in 99516, AK?
The top-ranked public high schools in 99516, AK include South Anchorage High School.
How many public high schools are located in 99516?
1 public high schools are located in 99516.
What is the racial composition of students in 99516?
99516 public high schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public high schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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