For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,076 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 50% (versus the Alaska public school average of 33%), 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 45% 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aurora Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5085 10th St
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0300
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0300
Gr: PK-6 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Orion Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5112 Arctic Warrior Dr
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0250
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0250
Gr: PK-6 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Ursa Minor Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
336 Hoonah Ave
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 428-1311
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 428-1311
Gr: PK-6 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
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 45% 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, Orion Elementary School vs. Ursa Minor Elementary School
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