AQQALUK HIGH/NOORVIK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Aqqaluk High/Noorvik Elementary is a Title I public school that is part of the Northwest Arctic Borough School District school district, located in Noorvik, AK with about 197 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 11 teachers, Aqqaluk High/Noorvik Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Aqqaluk High and Noorvik Elementary serve as the educational hub for the community of Noorvik, Alaska, and operate under the jurisdiction of the Northwest Arctic Borough School District. Located in a remote region of the state, the school plays a vital role in the community by providing K-12 instruction that integrates core academic standards with the unique cultural heritage of the Iñupiat people. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that addresses the challenges of rural education while preparing students for success in both higher education and local career opportunities.

As part of the Northwest Arctic Borough School District, the institution places a strong emphasis on community engagement and the preservation of local traditions, often incorporating traditional knowledge into its extracurricular and academic programming. The school serves as a central point for the Noorvik community, offering a range of activities and resources intended to keep students connected to their heritage while gaining the technological and academic skills necessary for the modern world.

For more information, contact Aqqaluk High/Noorvik Elementary at (907) 636-2178 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.