Alaska Native Cultural Charter School

About Alaska Native Cultural Charter School

Alaska Native Cultural Charter School is a one-of-a-kind educational institution located in Anchorage, Alaska. This school is dedicated to providing a culturally relevant educational experience to its students, with a focus on the rich heritage and culture of Alaska Natives. The school is committed to preserving and celebrating the language, customs, and traditions of Alaska Native cultures, while also providing an excellent education in the core academic subjects.
The school offers a wide range of educational opportunities, from early childhood education to high school diplomas. The curriculum is designed to be culturally relevant, with classes on Alaska Native history, language, and culture, as well as classes in the core academic subjects. The school also offers extracurricular activities, such as art, music, and sports, to help students develop their talents and interests.
At Alaska Native Cultural Charter School, students are encouraged to explore their culture and identity. They are also given the opportunity to learn from and work with Alaska Native elders and community members. This unique and valuable experience helps to foster a strong sense of pride and connection to their culture and heritage.
The school is committed to providing a quality education to all of its students, and works to ensure that each student is given the opportunity to reach their full potential. The staff is dedicated to helping students succeed in their educational endeavors, and they work hard to provide a supportive and nurturing environment.

Address:	550 Bragaw St Anchorage, AK 99508
Phone:	(907) 742-1370
Site:	www.asdk12.org/anccs
Grades:	PreK – 8
Enrollment:	303 students

Overview Alaska Native Cultural Charter School

Alaska Native Cultural Charter School serves 303 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
Alaska Native Cultural Charter School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).

Verdict on Alaska Native Cultural Charter School

Alaska Native Cultural Charter School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Alaska Native Cultural Charter School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.