Gladys Jung Elementary School in Bethel, AK serves grades 3–6 with an enrollment of 303 students and a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the district ratio of 15:1 reported in recent years.
Math proficiency is 6%, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32% and the Lower Kuskokwim School District average of 11%, reflecting a decline from 23% proficiency in 2018.
Reading proficiency at the school is 13%, lower than the state average of 29% but higher than the district average of 4%, with scores declining from 19% in 2018 to 13% in 2022.
Science proficiency ranges between 10–14%, falling below the state average of 38% and close to the district average of 9% reported in 2022.
Minority enrollment is 93%, predominantly American Indian (274 students), with free lunch eligibility increasing from 52% in 2014 to 88% in 2023, indicating a significant rise in socioeconomic need over recent years.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gladys Jung Elementary serves the northeast part of Bethel, AK, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 48.6 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 6.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gladys Jung Elementary School's student population of 309 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Cranes
School Rankings
Gladys Jung Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladys Jung Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#392 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
91%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.9%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
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 #392 out of 441 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Gladys Jung Elementary School?
309 students attend Gladys Jung Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Gladys Jung Elementary School students are American Indian, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
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 15:1.
What grades does Gladys Jung Elementary School offer ?
Gladys Jung Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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