BERYOZOVA SCHOOL

Beryozova School is a Title I public school that is part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District school district, located in Palmer, AK with about 19 students offering grade levels from 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, Beryozova 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.

Beryozova School, located in a remote area of Palmer, Alaska, is a unique K–8 educational institution serving the small, rural community of the Beryozova village. As part of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District, the school functions as a focal point for the local community, providing a personalized learning environment where multi-grade classrooms are common. Because of its isolated location, the school emphasizes a strong partnership between educators, students, and families, fostering a close-knit culture that focuses on both academic achievement and the specific cultural context of the Alaskan bush.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while remaining flexible enough to incorporate hands-on, place-based learning experiences that leverage the surrounding natural environment. With a small student population, Beryozova School is able to offer individualized attention, ensuring that students receive targeted support in core subjects like literacy and mathematics. By blending traditional educational goals with the challenges and opportunities of living in a rural Alaskan setting, the school strives to prepare its students for success both within their local community and in their future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact Beryozova School at (907) 495-9390 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.