PAUL T. ALBERT MEMORIAL SCHOOL

Paul T. Albert Memorial School is a Title I public school that is part of the Lower Kuskokwim School District school district, located in Tununak, AK with about 107 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th 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 8 teachers, Paul T. Albert Memorial School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Paul T. Albert Memorial School is located in the remote coastal village of Tununak, Alaska, on the western edge of Nelson Island. Serving a student body primarily composed of Alaska Native (Cup’ik) youth, the school operates under the jurisdiction of the Lower Kuskokwim School District (LKSD). Because of its isolated geographical position, the school serves as a central hub for the community, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing quality education in one of the most challenging and distinct environments in the United States.

Academically and culturally, the school focuses on integrating standard state curriculum requirements with the unique traditions and values of the local Cup’ik culture. As part of the LKSD network, students have access to district-wide resources and remote learning initiatives designed to bridge the gap between rural education and broader academic standards. The school plays a vital role in preserving local heritage while preparing its students for transitions to higher education or vocational opportunities beyond their village.

For more information, contact Paul T. Albert Memorial School at (907) 652-6827 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.