Fairbanks B.E.S.T.
Fairbanks B.E.S.T. is a public online school in Fairbanks, AK. It has 743 students from kindergarten to 12th grade, and the student-teacher ratio is 743 to 1. According to state tests, 62% of students are good at math, and 72% are good at reading.
The school wants to help students succeed by offering personalized options to meet each family's goals and interests. Each student gets a certified education specialist who knows about different subjects, learning styles, and the school's rules and district requirements.
From kindergarten to 12th grade, students get money to buy educational materials that match their Individual Learning Plan (I.L.P.) and Alaska State Standards. This money is only available if students enroll before October 1st. Students in grades 9-12 need to take at least four courses from different platforms with qualified teachers.
With the principal's approval, students can also take up to two classes at their local school. They can join sports, music, and other activities at their local school without leaving BEST. The school has moved to Nordale Education Center, where students can access a gym, art room, and more classrooms.
Fairbanks Building Educational Success Together (BEST) is a school without walls. Parents are responsible for their children's education, and BEST gets support from the community. BEST is a partnership between students, parents, teachers, and community members. Together, they create a customized education for each child.
Detailed information:
- Founded:1951
- Address: 397 Hamilton Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701, United States
- Phone: +1 907-452-2000
- Website: https://www.k12northstar.org/BEST
