Serving 318 students in grades 3-6, Gladys Jung Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gladys Jung Elementary School's student population of 318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gladys Jung Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladys Jung Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#373 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
89%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
8%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
1%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladys Jung Elementary School's ranking?
Gladys Jung Elementary School is ranked #373 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Gladys Jung Elementary School?
318 students attend Gladys Jung Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Gladys Jung Elementary School students are American Indian, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gladys Jung Elementary School?
Gladys Jung Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gladys Jung Elementary School offer ?
Gladys Jung Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gladys Jung Elementary School part of?
Gladys Jung Elementary School is part of Lower Kuskokwim School District.
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