For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 683 students in 99515, AK.
The top ranked public middle school in 99515, AK is Mears Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 99515 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Alaska public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 28% statewide average). Middle schools in 99515, AK have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Alaska public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Alaska public middle school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best 99515, AK Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mears Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2700 W 100th
Anchorage, AK 99515
(907) 742-6400
Anchorage, AK 99515
(907) 742-6400
Gr: 7-8 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 99515, AK?
The top ranked public middle schools in 99515, AK include Mears Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 99515?
1 public middle schools are located in 99515.
What is the racial composition of students in 99515?
99515 public middle schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Alaska public middle schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
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