Serving 302 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, June Nelson 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: June Nelson Elementary serves the western part of Kotzebue, AK, covering an area of approximately 13.9 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
June Nelson Elementary School's student population of 302 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
302 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
June Nelson 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 June Nelson Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#397 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
82%
21%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
3%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
12%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is June Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
June Nelson Elementary School is ranked #397 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend June Nelson Elementary School?
302 students attend June Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of June Nelson Elementary School students are American Indian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of June Nelson Elementary School?
June Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does June Nelson Elementary School offer ?
June Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is June Nelson Elementary School part of?
June Nelson Elementary School is part of Northwest Arctic Borough School District.
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