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3 schools in Kotzebue

Alaska · Public K-12

Public K-12 education in Kotzebue runs across 3 schools, enrolling approximately 626 students, averaging 209 per campus.

7-year change in Kotzebue

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
626
-136 (-18%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages

Schools

A-ZLargestTop rated
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
June Nelson ElementaryElementaryPK-05302
Kotzebue Middle/High SchoolHigh06-12299
NWABSD Home SchoolCombinedKG-1225

About Kotzebue

Kotzebue, Alaska is home to 3 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 626 students. By school count, it is a small city.

For a sense of the school types, the city covers 1 elementary, 1 high, and 1 other.

Schools in Kotzebue average about 209 students each, 21% lower than the Alaska norm.

Looking at the last 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 626 students, declined 18% from the 762 reported in SY 2017-18.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Kotzebue discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Kotzebue, Alaska?
There are 3 public K-12 schools in Kotzebue, with a combined enrollment of about 626.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Kotzebue?
Kotzebue has 1 elementary, 1 high, 1 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in Kotzebue?
June Nelson Elementary is the largest public school in Kotzebue by enrollment, with approximately 302 students.
What school districts serve Kotzebue?
Kotzebue public schools are operated by Northwest Arctic Borough School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Kotzebue cover?
Public schools in Kotzebue serve students from pre-K through grade 12.