CANTWELL SCHOOL

Cantwell School is a Title I public school that is part of the Denali Borough School District school district, located in Cantwell, AK with about 14 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 3 teachers, Cantwell School has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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.

Cantwell School is a K-12 educational facility located in the small, remote community of Cantwell, Alaska. As part of the Denali Borough School District, the school serves a tight-knit population and focuses on providing personalized instruction to students in a rural setting. Due to its location, the school emphasizes a connection to the local environment and community, offering a supportive atmosphere where students of various grade levels often learn in close proximity.

The school operates with a commitment to the district’s broader mission of fostering academic growth and character development despite the logistical challenges of living in Alaska’s interior. By utilizing the resources of the Denali Borough School District, Cantwell School integrates traditional curriculum with opportunities that reflect the unique lifestyle and culture of the region. Families interested in the school’s specific academic programs, extracurricular offerings, or administrative policies can find further details through the district website at http://www.dbsd.org.

For more information, contact Cantwell School at (907) 768-2372 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.