ZACKAR LEVI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Zackar Levi Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kuspuk School District school district, located in Lower Kalskag, AK with about 47 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th 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 3 teachers, Zackar Levi Elementary 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.

Zackar Levi Elementary is a rural public school located in Lower Kalskag, Alaska, and serves as part of the Kuspuk School District. Situated in a remote, predominantly Alaska Native community along the Kuskokwim River, the school plays a central role in the local culture, focusing on providing foundational education to students in a unique, isolated environment. Because of its location, the school emphasizes both academic standards and the integration of local culture and values into the daily learning experience.

As a member of the Kuspuk School District, the school benefits from a broader administrative network that works to address the challenges of rural education, including the need for distance-learning tools and culturally responsive teaching. The school serves as a primary hub for the children of Lower Kalskag, fostering a close-knit community atmosphere where faculty and staff are often deeply involved in supporting the specific needs of local families. For more information regarding school policies, calendars, or district initiatives, you can visit their official website at [http://www.kuspuk.org](http://www.kuspuk.org).

For more information, contact Zackar Levi Elementary at (907) 471-2318 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.