TETLIN SCHOOL

Tetlin School is a Title I public school that is part of the Alaska Gateway School District school district, located in Tetlin, AK with about 23 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 2 teachers, Tetlin School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Tetlin School is a small, K-12 educational facility located in the remote village of Tetlin, Alaska. Situated within the Alaska Gateway School District, the school serves the local community by providing core academic instruction tailored to the unique cultural and geographic context of interior Alaska. As a focal point for the village, the school emphasizes a close-knit learning environment, often utilizing small class sizes to foster individualized attention and support for its students.

The school’s curriculum is integrated into the Alaska Gateway School District’s broader educational framework, which focuses on preparing students for life beyond the village while honoring local traditions and heritage. Given its location in a rural, off-road community, Tetlin School plays a vital role in local connectivity, often serving as a hub for community engagement and extracurricular activities. The school remains committed to fostering student success through partnerships with families and the surrounding Tetlin community.

For more information, contact Tetlin School at (907) 324-2104 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.