Blatchley Middle School serves 272 students in grades 6-8.
Blatchley Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blatchley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Blatchley Middle School's student population of 272 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blatchley Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 443 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Blatchley Middle School is 0.63, which is less 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
#157 out of 443 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
31%
22%
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
5%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
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 Blatchley Middle School's ranking?
Blatchley Middle School is ranked #157 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Blatchley Middle School?
272 students attend Blatchley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Blatchley Middle School students are White, 31% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blatchley Middle School?
Blatchley Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blatchley Middle School offer ?
Blatchley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Blatchley Middle School part of?
Blatchley Middle School is part of Sitka School District.
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