CRAWFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Crawford Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District school district, located in Eielson AFB, AK with about 296 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 6th Grade. With about 14 teachers, Crawford Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Crawford Elementary School, located on Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska, serves the children of military families stationed at the installation. As part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District, the school is uniquely positioned to support a transient student population that experiences the specific challenges and rewards of military life. The curriculum is designed to meet rigorous academic standards while fostering a supportive, tight-knit community environment that prioritizes the social-emotional well-being of its students.

Beyond its core academic mission, Crawford Elementary integrates the unique experiences of its military-connected students into the school culture. Because it operates within the North Star Borough district, it benefits from the resources and oversight of a larger educational system while maintaining the specialized focus required for an on-base population. The school emphasizes character development, community involvement, and resilience, ensuring that students remain academically grounded despite the frequent relocations inherent to military service.

For more information, contact Crawford Elementary at (907) 372-3306 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.