Goose Bay Elementary vs June Nelson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alaska, United States, 862 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goose Bay Elementary
Wasilla · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
305 students
June Nelson Elementary
Kotzebue · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
302 students
| Measure | Goose Bay Elementary Wasilla, Alaska | June Nelson Elementary Kotzebue, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #48 of 159 | #151 of 159 |
| National rank | #16249 of 50,301 | #47252 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 305 | 302 |
| Enrollment | 305 | 302 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.3% | 83.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 12% |
| Math proficiency | – | 22% |
| city | Wasilla | Kotzebue |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Goose Bay Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.8 vs 15.8).
- •Goose Bay Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.3% vs 83.1%).
- •Goose Bay Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.9).
- •Goose Bay Elementary is the larger school with 305 students compared with 302.
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 Goose Bay Elementary better than June Nelson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Goose Bay Elementary ranks higher (62.8 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 Goose Bay Elementary and June Nelson Elementary?
About 862 km in a straight line, between Wasilla and Kotzebue in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Goose Bay Elementary: 305. June Nelson Elementary: 302. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Goose Bay Elementary and June Nelson Elementary rank in Alaska?
Goose Bay Elementary is 48th of 159 and June Nelson Elementary is 151st of 159 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).