For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,043 students in 99901, AK (there are 3 private schools, serving 614 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 99901, AK are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 96%).
The top-ranked public schools in 99901, AK are Point Higgins School, Fast Track and Fawn Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99901 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 99901, AK have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99901, AK Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Point Higgins School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
981 North Point Higgins Rd Ntg
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 247-1500
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 247-1500
Gr: PK-6 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Fast Track
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2610 4th Avenue
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-2127
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-2127
Gr: K-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Fawn Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Old Homestead Rd
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 228-2200
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 228-2200
Gr: PK-6 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Houghtaling Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2940 Baranof
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-4128
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-4128
Gr: PK-6 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Tongass School Of Arts And Sciences Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
410 Schoenbar Rd
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-5720
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-5720
Gr: PK-6 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Ketchikan Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
410 Schoenbar Rd
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-8568
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-8568
Gr: K-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #77.
Ketchikan High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2610 4th Ave
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-9815
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-9815
Gr: 9-12 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #88.
Schoenbar Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
217 Schoenbar
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 228-7200
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 228-7200
Gr: 7-8 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #99.
Revilla Jr/sr High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3131 Baranof Ave
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-6681
Ketchikan, AK 99901
(907) 225-6681
Gr: 7-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99901, AK?
The top-ranked public schools in 99901, AK include Point Higgins School, Fast Track and Fawn Mountain Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 99901?
9 public schools are located in 99901.
What percentage of students in 99901 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 99901 are educated in public schools (compared to the AK state average of 96%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99901?
99901 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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