Best Public Schools in Zip Code 99669

The 99669 zip code area is home to 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school, all part of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. While the district as a whole is ranked 12th out of 24 in Alaska with a 3-star rating, several standout schools in the 99669 area demonstrate exceptional performance.

Soldotna Montessori Charter School consistently ranks among the top 25-30 elementary schools in Alaska, with a 4-star rating and the highest proficiency rates in science, English language arts, and mathematics compared to other schools in the area. Similarly, the alternative high school, River City Academy, ranks 24th out of 60 high schools in Alaska and excels in science proficiency. Another alternative school, Connections, also outperforms the district and state in several subject areas.

While the schools in the 99669 zip code generally perform above the state averages in core subjects, there is significant variation between individual schools. The free and reduced lunch rates range from 19.51% at Soldotna Montessori Charter School to 41.89% at River City Academy, indicating differences in the economic backgrounds of the student populations. Similarly, the student-teacher ratios vary widely, from 12.1 at Soldotna Elementary to 83.6 at Connections.