| Metric | Anchorage School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 43,727 | 3,700 | ≈ Near average |
| Number of Schools | 96 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $16,972/yr | $13,700/yr | ↑ 53% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage School District (this district) | 8/10 | 73rd | 43,727 |
| South Burlington School District | NR | — | 2,717 |
| Essex Junction Schools | NR | — | 3,767 |
| Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District | NR | — | 1,234 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 41 rated districts in AK → 73rd percentile → 8/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
- Wonder Park Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 287 students
- Romig Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,138 students
- Nicholas J. Begich Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 830 students
- Hanshew Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 822 students
- Gruening Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 797 students
- Clark Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 713 students
- Wendler Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 602 students
- Mirror Lake Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 571 students
- Central Middle School of Science — Grades 6–8 · 545 students
- Anchorage STrEaM Academy — Grades 6–8 · 183 students
- Mears Middle School — Grades 6–8
- Goldenview Middle School — Grades 6–8
- West High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,702 students
- Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,636 students
- Service High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,518 students
- Dimond High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,373 students
- South Anchorage High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,239 students
- Chugiak High School — Grades 9–12 · 928 students
- Eagle River High School — Grades 9–12 · 771 students
- Benny Benson Alternative High School — Grades 9–12 · 275 students
- Alaska Middle College School — Grades 11–12 · 272 students
- S.A.V.E. High School — Grades 9–12 · 156 students
- Martin Luther King Jr. Technical High School — Grades 10–12 · 124 students
- Bartlett High School — Grades PK–12 · 1,431 students
- Family Partnership Correspondence School — Grades K–12 · 1,008 students
- Frontier Charter School — Grades K–12 · 689 students
- Northern Lights ABC K-8 School — Grades PK–8 · 582 students
- Bowman Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 536 students
- Rilke Schule Charter School — Grades K–8 · 485 students
- Polaris K-12 School — Grades K–12 · 483 students
- Chugiak Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 439 students
- Government Hill Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 424 students
- Orion Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 423 students
- Muldoon Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 417 students
- Creekside Park Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 399 students
- Susitna Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 394 students
- Ptarmigan Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 392 students
- Scenic Park Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 386 students
- Sand Lake Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 367 students
- Ravenwood Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 367 students
- Chinook Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 365 students
- Aquarian Charter School — Grades K–6 · 365 students
- Trailside Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 364 students
- College Gate Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 363 students
- Denali Montessori Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 361 students
- Aurora Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 359 students
- Alaska Native Cultural Charter School — Grades PK–8 · 357 students
- Rogers Park Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 354 students
- + 47 more other schools
About Anchorage School District
Zip code 99505 in Jber, Alaska is served by Anchorage School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades K–12. This page provides a data-driven overview of Anchorage School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Anchorage School District 8 out of 10 — above average among Alaska public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Alaska is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Anchorage School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Alaska. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 99505
Children in zip code 99505 are assigned to Anchorage School District for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 99505, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Anchorage School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Alaska districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Jber
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Anchorage School District serves zip code 99505, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 99505 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Alaska, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Anchorage School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 99505.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Anchorage School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 99505 data.