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2024 Best Middle Schools in Alaska

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Everything You Need to Know About Navigating Middle Schools In Alaska

Middle school can be a very informative time for youth as they transition through adolescence. Spread across various cities like Anchorage and Fairbanks, the state of Alaska has a substantial amount of middle schools to choose from, the current total is 418. This is about 49% less than the average state, so options may appear limiting. However, when adjusted for population, Alaska actually has 192% more fewer middle schools per capita, an anomaly likely attributed to the state's sparsely populated nature. Although not perfect, middle schools on average in the state score a B– which matches the national average. Most middle schools in Alaska are between 200-300 students, with the precise average coming out at 233 students. This figure falls drastically under the national average by about 43%, which can mean the state offers a much more close-knit environment than is typical in other states. Over 40% of all Alaskan middle schools fall above the national average (40%), which means there’s still plenty of great options for those seeking an above average school even with the limited selection. This state also boasts a healthy 13 to 1 student to teacher ratio, which is 7% below the average class size in most states, this may contribute to great learning outcomes given the correlation between academic performance and individual attention from teachers.

Key Facts About Public Middle Schools in Alaska

Jumping now into public schools, which make up 87% of all schools in the state, there are about 363 school options. Most middle schools in the nation are around 400 Students, and in the state of Alaska, the typical public school is about 47% smaller than the national average, with the average public middle school having just 218 students in the state. The state’s public schools in aggregate score a B–, but that's not much to be concerned with as it aligns with the national average.

Traditional Public Middle Schools

The largest type of public school in the state (and in the nation) traditional public schools, in other words those that are not charter, or magnet, or otherwise specialized. There are several hundred of those (326 to be exact), and they also score better than the national average in the state of Alaska, hailing a grade of a B– on average.Traditional schools make up about 90% of all public schools. Among those 326 schools, about 36% are rated above the national average. Although metrics like this shouldn't be the only input into a family's decision, it can be helpful to know that this 36% equates to about 118 different middle schools that are scored above the national average in the state - almost double what one might expect given their limited selection - so there's still plenty of great options. It's also worth noting that the typical traditional public school is likewise smaller than most middle schools due to their sparcity, those in Alaska are about 48% smaller for example.

What is the Best Traditional Public Middle School in Alaska

Shifting gears into which school is considered the best traditional public middle school in Alaska, Mitkof Middle School wins out by a slim margin over most competitors across both Alaskan and US rankings alike. The school sits just outside of Petersburg on Mitkof Island and although it’s still considered part of larger Southeast region (SEARHC), daily commute from Anchorage isn’t advised with your limited ride sharing options and lack of roads leading outside of town proper . The school has about 101 students, and we estimate about 8 teachers given its 13:1 student to teacher ratio - only 7% below your typical school - which could still facilitate individualized attention from faculty and staff alike.

Essential facts about private schools in Alaska

Shifting now to private schools there are 34 different options, and students and parents will be happy to know that closely matching religious schools, the average grade for a private middle school in Alaska is also an A– rating. Also worth noting here once again their small size as they fall 71% below below their national counterparts; meaning that these 34 different private school have just 117 Students apiece on average – again another positive feature for those seeking an increased degree of control over their children's education experience during adolescence.

All you need to know about religious middle schools in Alaska

Most private schools in the state come religiously influenced in some form, 79% to be precise, so that leaves 27 different options available to choose from. The grade quality here is unsurprisingly similar to privates overall with an A– grade overall as well amongst religious institutions, this could be impacted by several factors like how small the schools often are - there's only 133 students on average which beats out both private and public averages substantially. In terms of which religious influence is most prevalent here, Christianity makes up 20 out 27 religious-influenced institutions; however there are still churches of other denominations providing quality education here, so don't hesitate to look outside your immediate religious preference if it’s proximity over faith you're looking for.

What is best religious middle school?

Although Christian-leaning private/religious middle schools are most common here ,the highest rated religious middle school is Holy Rosary Academy (a Catholic school) located directly in Anchorage near various parks and attractions - it may still be worth noting that despite its closer location, commuting from Fairbanks isn’t advised given its distance. The school received an outstanding A grade, certainly at least in part due to its small school size (having just 162 students) and also boasting a solid 10:1 student to teacher ratio - which can really put the focus on individual students as opposed to simply getting through curriculum.

Top 25 Best Middle Schools in Alaska

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#1 Best Middle School in Alaska

Mitkof Middle School

Petersburg, AK

public

School Status

101

Students

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

6-8

Grade Levels

#2 Best Middle School in Alaska

Bayshore Elementary School

Anchorage, AK

public

School Status

358

Students

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

K-8

Grade Levels

#3 Best Middle School in Alaska

Homer Middle School

Homer, AK

public

School Status

136

Students

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

6-8

Grade Levels

#4 Best Middle School in Alaska

Aurora Elementary School

Jber, AK

public

School Status

250

Students

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

K-8

Grade Levels

#5 Best Middle School in Alaska

Sidney C. Huntington Elementary School

Galena, AK

public

School Status

63

Students

11:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

K-8

Grade Levels

#6 Best Middle School in Alaska

Eagle Academy Charter School

Eagle River, AK

charter

School Status

164

Students

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

K-8

Grade Levels

#7 Best Middle School in Alaska

Holy Rosary Academy

Anchorage, AK

catholic

School Status

162

Students

10:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

K-12

Grade Levels

#8 Best Middle School in Alaska

Academy Charter School

Palmer, AK

charter

School Status

253

Students

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

K-8

Grade Levels

#9 Best Middle School in Alaska

Bear Valley Elementary School

Anchorage, AK

public

School Status

263

Students

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

K-8

Grade Levels

#10 Best Middle School in Alaska

Orion Elementary School

Jber, AK

public

School Status

186

Students

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

K-8

Grade Levels

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