Teller, AK is a small community located on the Seward Peninsula along the coast of the Bering Sea. The population of Teller is approximately 360 people, and it is known as a tight-knit community that values education and strives to provide quality education to its children. The local school system in Teller consists of one elementary/middle school that teaches grades Kindergarten through 8th grade. The school has an excellent rating from the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development, receiving high marks in both student performance and teacher quality. The curriculum focuses on math, science, social studies, language arts, health and wellness, physical education, visual arts, music & drama, computers & technology, virtual courses/independent study options and special programs like a mentoring program between older students and younger ones. In addition to traditional classes offered at the school, students also have access to additional online learning opportunities. Parents are heavily involved in their child's education by attending meetings with teachers or helping out with school activities such as field trips or fundraisers. All in all, Teller offers a supportive educational environment for its students which helps them reach their fullest potential.
Teller schools spend $42,825 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 11 pupils per teacher, 635 students per librarian, and 381 children per counselor.