For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,107 students in 99577, AK.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 99577, AK are Eagle Academy Charter School and Gruening Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 99577 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Alaska public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 28% statewide average). Middle schools in 99577, AK have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Alaska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public middle school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99577, AK Public Middle 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.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 99577, AK?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 99577, AK include Eagle Academy Charter School and Gruening Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 99577?
3 public middle schools are located in 99577.
What is the racial composition of students in 99577?
99577 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public middle schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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