For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,278 students in Jber, AK.
The top ranked public preschools 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 preschools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Alaska public pre school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 29% statewide average). Pre schools in Jber have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public preschool average of 57% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Preschools in Jber, AK (2025-26)
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 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
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 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Jber, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mt. Iliamna Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4140 Eaker Avenue
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 753-8235
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 753-8235
Gr: PK-3 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
8414 Mcguire Ave
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0200
Jber, AK 99506
(907) 742-0200
Gr: PK-6 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
454 Dyea St
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 742-1600
Jber, AK 99505
(907) 742-1600
Gr: PK-6 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Jber, AK?
The top ranked public preschools in Jber, AK include Aurora Elementary School, Orion Elementary School and Ursa Minor Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Jber?
3 public preschools are located in Jber.
What is the racial composition of students in Jber?
Jber public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alaska public preschools average of 57% (majority American Indian).
Which public preschools in Jber are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Jber include: Orion Elementary School vs. Aurora Elementary School, Aurora Elementary School vs. Orion Elementary School, Ursa Minor Elementary School vs. Orion Elementary School
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