Pacific Northern Academy is Anchorage’s only non-denominational private school. Serving approximately 120 students in preschool through eighth grade, PNA’s mission is to help students become exceptional learners and independent thinkers who embody vision, courage and integrity. The school uses the STRIVE model for academic success, with students taught to be Safe, become Trailblazers, be Responsible and Inclusive, and make their Voices heard as they strive for Excellence.
In addition to core academic classes, the performing arts, visual arts, physical education and Spanish are incorporated into the curriculum. Science and social science are taught using project-based learning methods, which allow students to participate in in-depth and hands-on projects and experiments that make learning interactive and exciting.
Non-academic opportunities are available to help enrich the learning experience and create well-rounded students. These activities change every trimester but have included science explorers, 3D printing, robotics, running club, band and basketball.
Students and parents are considered active partners in education. Parents are expected to volunteer 20 hours per school year, whether in the classroom or for various school activities — and work in partnership with faculty to create a community of learners.
Pacific Northern Academy
Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
2511 Sentry Dr,
Anchorage, AK
141
Students
A+
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Annual Tuition
$18,750
Niche Grade
A-
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers
23
Full Time Teachers
17
Part Time Teachers
6
Teachers in First or Second Year
17%
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
White
100%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/3/2019
Our kids have been at PNA for 5 years. This school fosters a love of learning, it goes beyond teaching kids how to take tests and get good grades. At a very young age they are presenting in front of their class and parents, and they work on projects in groups. I highly recommend it.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/2/2024
We have had 3 children attend PNA over the past 14 years, each of them very different personalities and learner types. We have been impressed with the ability of the school to create an exceptional experience for each of them, whether it's their social emotional learning, or keeping them challenged...
1/26/2024
It’s a wonderful school. The teachers and staff are attentive, focused, well-rounded, and conscientious.We love our kindergarten teacher. She’s remarkable. She has been patient and tailored the education curriculum to her unique class. Additionally, they’re learning, art, music, Spanish and cross co...
11/17/2023
My son loves going to school, he feels safe and respected. Therefore we as parents are calm. He returns home excited about the projects and things he learns.
11/15/2023
We are a current PNA family with two students at the school. We absolutely love the independent school curriculum, and how at every grade level the students participate in project based learning. The community is AMAZING, huge parent participation, monthly family events (pumpkin carving, plays, danc...
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Map
About Abbott Loop
List Price Range
$175K - $1.9M
Homes For Sale
35
Average Home Value
$374,401
Median Lot Size
6,969 Sq Ft
% Renters
28%
Household Income
$113,187
% of College Grads
29%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
1,714 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
23.6%
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- 3 Beds
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Parks in this Area
Ruth Arcand Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Whisper Faith Kovach Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Winchester Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Campbell Creek Greenbelt Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Abbott Loop Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Wickersham Park
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