Best Schools in Kotzebue, Alaska
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
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Kotzebue Middle/high School
High · Northwest Arctic Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
June Nelson Elementary
Elementary · Northwest Arctic Borough School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$264,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$264,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Kotzebue
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kotzebue Middle/high School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 2 | June Nelson Elementary | 3.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $106,328
- Median home value
- $264,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 44%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Kotzebue compares
Median household income
$106k
158% of Alaska median
About Schools in Kotzebue, Alaska
Kotzebue, Alaska is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Kotzebue show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Kotzebue is Kotzebue Middle/high School with a composite score of 5.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Kotzebue is served by 1 school district: Northwest Arctic Borough School District. These districts collectively serve 2,009 students.
Kotzebue's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $106,328. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 305 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 336 students · 6th–12th | 5.1 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Kotzebue
Kotzebue, Alaska · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$106,328
Median Home Value
$264,500
Median Rent
$1,610/mo
Population
3,129
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
44%
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Kotzebue has a median household income of $106,328. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $264,500, with a median rent of $1,610/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alaska
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Kotzebue, Alaska
How many schools are in Kotzebue, Alaska?
Kotzebue has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kotzebue, Alaska?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kotzebue is 4.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Kotzebue, Alaska?
The top-ranked school in Kotzebue on MySchoolScout is Kotzebue Middle/high School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Kotzebue, Alaska?
The top-ranked elementary school in Kotzebue on MySchoolScout is June Nelson Elementary with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best high school in Kotzebue, Alaska?
The top-ranked high school in Kotzebue on MySchoolScout is Kotzebue Middle/high School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Kotzebue, Alaska?
Kotzebue is served by 1 school district: Northwest Arctic Borough School District.
What is the education level in Kotzebue, Alaska?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Kotzebue have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Kotzebue, Alaska?
The median household income in Kotzebue is approximately $106,328 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kotzebue, Alaska?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kotzebue is 16.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kotzebue, Alaska?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alaska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.