For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,239 students in 99577, AK (there are 3 private schools, serving 209 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 99577, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 96%).
The top-ranked public schools in 99577, AK are Eagle Academy Charter School, Ravenwood Elementary School and Alpenglow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99577 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 99577, AK have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99577, AK Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10901 Mausel St Ste 101
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3025
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3025
Gr: K-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Ravenwood Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9500 Wren Ln
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3250
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3250
Gr: PK-6 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Alpenglow Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19201 Driftwood Bay Dr
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3300
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3300
Gr: PK-6 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Eagle River High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8701 Yosemite Dr
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-2700
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Gruening Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9601 Lee St
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3600
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Eagle River Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19900 Old Eagle River Rd
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3000
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3000
Gr: PK-6 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #77.
Homestead Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18001 Baranoff St
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3550
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3550
Gr: PK-6 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #88.
Fire Lake Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13801 Harry Mcdonald Rd
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3350
Eagle River, AK 99577
(907) 742-3350
Gr: PK-6 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99577, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in 99577, AK include Eagle Academy Charter School, Ravenwood Elementary School and Alpenglow Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 99577?
9 public schools are located in 99577.
What percentage of students in 99577 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 99577 are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 96%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99577?
99577 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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