ARCTIC LIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Arctic Light Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District school district, located in Fort Wainwright, AK with about 538 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 27 teachers, Arctic Light Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Arctic Light Elementary is a public school located on the Fort Wainwright military installation in Fairbanks, Alaska, and is part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District. Because of its unique location, the school primarily serves the children of military families stationed at the post. This environment fosters a tight-knit community atmosphere where staff and students share a common understanding of the transient and often demanding lifestyle associated with military service.

The school is dedicated to supporting the social, emotional, and academic development of its diverse student body. By leveraging its connection to the base, Arctic Light provides a supportive learning environment that emphasizes stability and resilience. The school’s curriculum aligns with district standards while incorporating programs designed to address the specific needs of "military-connected" children, ensuring that students receive a consistent and high-quality education regardless of their family’s frequent relocations.

For more information, contact Arctic Light Elementary at (907) 356-2038 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.