Serving 900 students in grades 6-8, Clark Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clark Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clark Middle School's student population of 900 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clark Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark Middle School is 0.86, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#372 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
14%
22%
Asian
20%
5%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
12%
2%
White
7%
47%
Hawaiian
18%
3%
Two or more races
15%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark Middle School's ranking?
Clark Middle School is ranked #372 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Clark Middle School often compared to?
Clark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nicholas J. Begich Middle School, Airport Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Clark Middle School?
900 students attend Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
20% of Clark Middle School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hawaiian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clark Middle School?
Clark Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clark Middle School offer ?
Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clark Middle School part of?
Clark Middle School is part of Anchorage School District.
School Reviews
5 1/2/2021
Great staff and faculty at Clark and the students. Anchorage is lucky to have a school like this in its city. Great School!
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