For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,267 students in Jber, AK.
The top ranked public schools in Jber, AK are Aurora Elementary School, Orion Elementary School and Ursa Minor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jber, AK public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Alaska public school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Jber have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Jber, AK (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Aurora Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5085 10th St
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0300
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0300
Grades: PK-6
| 497 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Orion Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5112 Arctic Warrior Dr
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0250
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0250
Grades: PK-6
| 456 students
Rank: #33.
Ursa Minor Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
336 Hoonah Ave
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 428-1311
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 428-1311
Grades: PK-6
| 314 students
Jber, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mt. Iliamna Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4140 Eaker Avenue
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 753-8235
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 753-8235
Grades: PK-3
| 108 students
8414 Mcguire Ave
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0200
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0200
Grades: PK-6
| 246 students
454 Dyea St
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 742-1600
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 742-1600
Grades: PK-6
| 390 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Jber, AK?
The top ranked public schools in Jber, AK include Aurora Elementary School, Orion Elementary School and Ursa Minor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Jber?
3 public schools are located in Jber.
What is the racial composition of students in Jber?
Jber public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Which public schools in Jber are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Jber include: Orion Elementary School vs. Aurora Elementary School, Ursa Minor Elementary School vs. Orion Elementary School, Aurora Elementary School vs. Orion Elementary School
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