NUNAKA VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Nunaka Valley Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Anchorage School District school district, located in Anchorage, AK with about 252 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 17 teachers, Nunaka Valley Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Nunaka Valley Elementary, located in Anchorage, Alaska, serves as a neighborhood hub for students in the Anchorage School District. The school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community involvement. With a dedicated staff, the school focuses on creating a safe space where students are encouraged to explore their potential through a diverse curriculum tailored to meet the needs of a varied student body.

Beyond the classroom, Nunaka Valley Elementary prides itself on its strong connection to the local community and the active participation of its families. The school environment is designed to promote engagement, collaboration, and a sense of belonging, often hosting events that bring students, parents, and neighbors together. By prioritizing both educational excellence and a positive school culture, the institution strives to prepare its students to become contributing members of the Anchorage community and beyond.

For more information, contact Nunaka Valley Elementary at (907) 742-0366 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1905 Twining Dr
Anchorage, AK 99504-3099
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NUNAKA VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Anchorage, AK with about 252 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alaska

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
252
Teachers:
17.1
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 252 students

Two or more races
26.6%
White
22.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
15.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
10.7%
Hispanic/Latino
10.7%
Asian
9.5%
Black or African American
4.8%

Female
42.1%
Male
57.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.