Top 3 Best Jber Public Elementary Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,278 students in Jber, AK.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Alaska public elementary school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Jber have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public elementary school average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Jber, AK (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Aurora Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5085 10th St
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0300
Grades: PK-6
| 488 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Orion Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5112 Arctic Warrior Dr
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0250
Grades: PK-6
| 446 students
Rank: #33.
Ursa Minor Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
336 Hoonah Ave
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 428-1311
Grades: PK-6
| 344 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Jber, Alaska

Jber, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
4140 Eaker Avenue
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 753-8235
Grades: PK-3
| 108 students
8414 Mcguire Ave
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0200
Grades: PK-6
| 246 students
454 Dyea St
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 742-1600
Grades: PK-6
| 390 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Jber, AK?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Jber, AK include Aurora Elementary School, Orion Elementary School and Ursa Minor Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Jber?
3 public elementary schools are located in Jber.
What is the racial composition of students in Jber?
Jber public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public elementary schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Which public elementary schools in Jber are often viewed compared to one another?

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