| Metric | Fairbanks North Star Borough School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 12,703 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 33 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $18,337/yr | $17,619/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairbanks North Star Borough School District (this district) | 6/10 | 59th | 12,703 |
| Yukon Flats School District | 2/10 | 10th | 197 |
| Yukon-Koyukuk School District | 5/10 | 45th | 3,100 |
| Denali Borough School District | 10/10 | 94th | 912 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 43 rated districts in AK → 59th percentile → 6/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
- Tanana Middle School — 1.5 mi · Grades 6–8 · 523 students
- Ladd Elementary — 1.6 mi · Grades PK–8 · 383 students
- Arctic Light Elementary — 2.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 361 students
- Alternative Learning Systems — 2.2 mi · Grades PK–12 · 184 students
- Fairbanks B.E.S.T. — 2.2 mi · Grades PK–12 · 784 students
- Ticasuk Brown Elementary — 2.7 mi · Grades PK–5 · 351 students
- Barnette Magnet School — 3.2 mi · Grades PK–8 · 417 students
- Hunter Elementary — 3.2 mi · Grades PK–5 · 332 students
About Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District serves zip code 99703, covering Fort Wainwright, Alaska with grades Pre-K–12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Fairbanks North Star Borough School District 6 out of 10 — 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.
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District falls near the middle of Alaska on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 99703
Children in zip code 99703 are assigned to Fairbanks North Star Borough School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 99703, 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 Fairbanks North Star Borough 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 Fort Wainwright
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Fairbanks North Star Borough School District serves zip code 99703, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 99703 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 Fairbanks North Star Borough 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 99703.
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 and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Fairbanks North Star Borough School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 99703 data.