Denali Elementary vs June Nelson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alaska, United States, 710 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Denali Elementary
Fairbanks · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
300 students
June Nelson Elementary
Kotzebue · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
302 students
| Measure | Denali Elementary Fairbanks, Alaska | June Nelson Elementary Kotzebue, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #128 of 159 | #151 of 159 |
| National rank | #39253 of 50,301 | #47252 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 300 | 302 |
| Enrollment | 300 | 302 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.7% | 83.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| city | Fairbanks | Kotzebue |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Denali Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.9 vs 15.8).
- •Denali Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Denali Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •Denali Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.7% vs 83.1%).
- •June Nelson Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 16.7).
- •June Nelson Elementary is the larger school with 302 students compared with 300.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Denali Elementary better than June Nelson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Denali Elementary ranks higher (28.9 vs 15.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Denali Elementary and June Nelson Elementary?
About 710 km in a straight line, between Fairbanks and Kotzebue in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Denali Elementary: 300. June Nelson Elementary: 302. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Denali Elementary and June Nelson Elementary rank in Alaska?
Denali Elementary is 128th of 159 and June Nelson Elementary is 151st of 159 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).