Serving 241 students in grades 6-8, Blatchley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blatchley Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Sitka, AK school district, encompassing approximately 4,811.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 55.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching 68.7 miles.
- 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
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Blatchley Middle School's student population of 241 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Blatchley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blatchley Middle School is 0.68, 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
#94 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
20%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.6%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #94 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Blatchley Middle School?
241 students attend Blatchley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Blatchley Middle School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blatchley Middle School?
Blatchley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blatchley Middle School offer ?
Blatchley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blatchley Middle School part of?
Blatchley Middle School is part of Sitka School District.
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