For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public preschools serving 2,958 students in 99508, AK.
The top-ranked public preschools in 99508, AK are Rogers Park Elementary School, College Gate Elementary School and Lake Otis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 99508 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Alaska public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 29% statewide average). Pre schools in 99508, AK have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority American Indian and Asian), which is more than the Alaska public preschool average of 56% (majority American Indian).
Best 99508, AK Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rogers Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1400 E Northern Lights Blvd
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-4800
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
College Gate Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3101 Sunflower St
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-1500
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-1500
Gr: PK-6 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Lake Otis Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3331 Lake Otis Pkwy
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-7400
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-7400
Gr: PK-6 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Russian Jack Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4300 E 20th Ave
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-1300
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-1300
Gr: PK-6 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Airport Heights Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1510 Alder Dr
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-4550
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-4550
Gr: PK-6 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Williwaw Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 San Antonio St
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-2000
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-2000
Gr: PK-6 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Wonder Park Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5101 E 4th Ave
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 337-1569
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 337-1569
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #88.
Whaley School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2220 Nichols St
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-2350
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-2350
Gr: PK-12 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #99.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4005 Mcphee Ave
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-3900
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-3900
Gr: PK-6 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1010.
William Tyson Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Richmond Ave
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-8000
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 742-8000
Gr: PK-6 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 99508, AK?
The top-ranked public preschools in 99508, AK include Rogers Park Elementary School, College Gate Elementary School and Lake Otis Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 99508?
10 public preschools are located in 99508.
What is the racial composition of students in 99508?
99508 public preschools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority American Indian and Asian), which is more than the Alaska public preschools average of 56% (majority American Indian).
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