GLADYS JUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Gladys Jung Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lower Kuskokwim School District school district, located in Bethel, AK with about 341 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Gladys Jung Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Gladys Jung Elementary, located in Bethel, Alaska, serves as a vital educational hub within the Lower Kuskokwim School District (LKSD). The school is deeply integrated into the local community, reflecting the unique cultural and geographic environment of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. As part of a district that covers a vast, rural region, the school is committed to providing academic instruction that is both rigorous and responsive to the diverse needs of its students, many of whom are Alaska Native.

The school’s mission emphasizes fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes student achievement while honoring the traditions and values of the region. Through its affiliation with LKSD, Gladys Jung Elementary utilizes district-wide resources to support literacy, mathematics, and culturally relevant curriculum development. By focusing on both foundational academic skills and community-centered growth, the school plays a central role in preparing its students for success in their local community and beyond.

For more information, contact Gladys Jung Elementary at (907) 543-4440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.