Summary:
The 99705 zip code area in Fairbanks, Alaska is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District. The district is ranked 13th out of 24 in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Among the standout schools in the area, North Pole Elementary shines with the highest science proficiency rates, with 65.38% of students proficient or better, compared to the district average of 42.63% and the state average of 36.94%. Ticasuk Brown Elementary also performs well in science, with 48.98% of students proficient or better. Meanwhile, Discovery Peak Charter School stands out for its strong 8th grade Mathematics performance, with 47.37% of students proficient or better, significantly higher than the district and state averages.
The schools in the 99705 zip code area serve a diverse student population, with White students making up the largest racial group, followed by students of two or more races. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch varies, ranging from 17.53% at Discovery Peak Charter School to 41.06% at Ticasuk Brown Elementary. Despite the differences in student demographics and academic performance, the schools have similar per-student spending and student-teacher ratios, suggesting that factors beyond just funding and staffing may be contributing to the variations in academic achievement.
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