KET'ACIK/AAPALLUK MEMORIAL SCHOOL

Ket'acik/Aapalluk Memorial School is a Title I public school that is part of the Lower Kuskokwim School District school district, located in Kwethluk, AK with about 282 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 17 teachers, Ket'acik/Aapalluk Memorial School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Ket'acik/Aapalluk Memorial School is located in the remote village of Kwethluk, Alaska, and serves as a vital educational hub within the Lower Kuskokwim School District (LKSD). The school plays a central role in the community, providing K-12 instruction to students in a region defined by its rich Yup’ik culture and proximity to the Kuskokwim River. By operating under the umbrella of the LKSD, the school integrates state-mandated academic standards with a deep respect for local traditions, aiming to equip students with the skills necessary for success both within their ancestral lands and in the broader world.

The school is notable for its commitment to serving an indigenous student population, often navigating the unique logistical and cultural challenges associated with rural Alaskan education. Its curriculum and extracurricular activities are designed to foster academic growth while maintaining a strong connection to the local community's heritage. As a primary institution in Kwethluk, Ket'acik/Aapalluk Memorial School acts as a bridge between traditional knowledge and modern education, striving to cultivate resilient, well-rounded graduates who are prepared to contribute to the future of their village and the state of Alaska.

For more information, contact Ket'acik/Aapalluk Memorial School at (907) 757-6014 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.