TUKURNGAILNGUQ SCHOOL

Tukurngailnguq School is a Title I public school that is part of the Bering Strait School District school district, located in Stebbins, AK with about 219 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 15 teachers, Tukurngailnguq School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Tukurngailnguq School is located in the remote coastal village of Stebbins, Alaska, and serves as a vital educational hub within the Bering Strait School District. The school provides K-12 instruction to a predominantly Alaska Native student body, deeply integrating the local culture, language, and traditions of the community into its academic mission. By focusing on both core curriculum standards and place-based learning, the school aims to prepare its students for success in both local and global contexts, fostering a sense of pride and identity among the youth of Stebbins.

As a cornerstone of the community, Tukurngailnguq School operates with an emphasis on collaboration between educators, parents, and tribal leaders to support student achievement in a challenging, rural environment. The school utilizes the district’s broader resources to provide technology and extracurricular opportunities despite its isolated geography. By balancing rigorous academic expectations with a supportive environment that respects indigenous values, the school plays a critical role in the social and intellectual development of the village’s next generation.

For more information, contact Tukurngailnguq School at (907) 934-3021 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.