School Overview
Nome Elementary School, located at the intersection of 6th Avenue and K Street in Nome, Alaska, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. Operating under the Nome Public Schools district, the school is committed to providing a supportive and culturally responsive learning environment tailored to the unique needs of students living in a remote, arctic setting. The school emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement, striving to prepare its young learners for success in a global society while honoring the heritage and values of the Bering Strait region.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet rigorous state standards while incorporating place-based education that highlights the geography, history, and traditions of Nome. By utilizing technology and collaborative teaching methods, Nome Elementary fosters a classroom atmosphere that encourages critical thinking and creativity. Beyond the core subjects, the school often plays a central role in town life, hosting various events and activities that bring families and educators together to support the well-being and future potential of every student.
306
Total Students
22.4
Full-Time Teachers
13.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
99.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Nome Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White31
Hispanic11
Black1
Asian2
Two or More131
American Indian130
  • Two or More
    131 (42.8%)
  • American Indian
    130 (42.5%)
  • White
    31 (10.1%)
  • Hispanic
    11 (3.6%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.7%)
  • Black
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Nome Public Schools
Phone: (907)443-5299
Website: http://www.nomeschools.org/domain/58
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 306
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 303
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 7
Kindergarten 39
Grade 1 43
Grade 2 68
Grade 3 52
Grade 4 57
Grade 5 40

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Nome Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten7
Kindergarten39
Grade 143
Grade 268
Grade 352
Grade 457
Grade 540
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Nome Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16152.6%
Male14547.4%