WHALEY SCHOOL

Whaley School is a Title I public school that is part of the Anchorage School District school district, located in Anchorage, AK with about 433 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 47 teachers, Whaley School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Whaley School, located in Anchorage, Alaska, serves as a specialized educational facility within the Anchorage School District, focusing on students with unique behavioral and social-emotional needs. Unlike a traditional neighborhood school, Whaley provides a highly structured and supportive environment designed to help students who have struggled in conventional classroom settings. The school emphasizes a therapeutic approach to education, integrating individualized academic plans with intensive behavioral support to foster personal growth and student success.

The curriculum at Whaley School is centered on small class sizes and a low student-to-teacher ratio, which allows for personalized instruction and close monitoring of student progress. By prioritizing the development of social skills, emotional regulation, and academic accountability, the school aims to provide its students with the tools necessary to thrive in an educational setting. Ultimately, Whaley serves as a vital resource for families and students in the Anchorage area, working to bridge the gap between behavioral intervention and academic achievement.

For more information, contact Whaley School at (907) 742-2350 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.