NORDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Nordale Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District school district, located in Fairbanks, AK with about 362 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 20 teachers, Nordale Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Nordale Elementary School, located at 397 Hamilton Avenue in Fairbanks, Alaska, is a primary educational institution serving the local community as part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District. The school provides a foundational learning environment for elementary-aged students, focusing on core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. By fostering a supportive classroom atmosphere, Nordale aims to encourage both intellectual development and social-emotional growth, preparing its students for success as they transition to middle school.

As an integral part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District, Nordale Elementary benefits from the resources and curriculum standards established by the wider district. The school emphasizes community involvement and family engagement, striving to create a safe and inclusive environment where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive. For families seeking more detailed information regarding school calendars, district policies, or specific academic programs, the official district website at [http://www.k12northstar.org](http://www.k12northstar.org) serves as the primary hub for administrative resources and updates.

For more information, contact Nordale Elementary at (907) 452-2696 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

397 Hamilton Ave
Fairbanks, AK 99701-3595
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NORDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Fairbanks, AK with about 362 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Alaska

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
362
Teachers:
20.03
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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 362 students

White
44.8%
Two or more races
18.8%
Hispanic/Latino
12.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
10.2%
Black or African American
9.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2.2%
Asian
1.9%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

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.