NORTHWOOD ABC

Northwood ABC is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Anchorage School District school district, located in Anchorage, AK with about 348 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten 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 23 teachers, Northwood ABC 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.

Northwood ABC (Academics, Basics, and Character) is a specialized "optional" program within the Anchorage School District that prioritizes a traditional, structured approach to education. Unlike neighborhood schools, Northwood operates on a lottery-based enrollment system and emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum. The school’s philosophy centers on the "ABC" model, which integrates core academic instruction with an explicit focus on character development, citizenship, and personal responsibility.

The school is well-regarded for its emphasis on consistency, teacher-directed instruction, and high expectations for student behavior and performance. Because it is an ABC school, parents are typically expected to play a highly active role in their children’s education, often through mandatory volunteer hours and frequent communication with staff. Located in Anchorage, Northwood provides a disciplined, goal-oriented environment designed to help students build a strong foundational knowledge base while fostering a sense of community and school pride.

For more information, contact Northwood ABC at (907) 742-6800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.