Serving 248 students in grades 6-8, Blatchley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Blatchley Middle School's student population of 248 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blatchley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blatchley Middle School is 0.69, 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
#158 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
23%
22%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
49%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
11%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blatchley Middle School's ranking?
Blatchley Middle School is ranked #158 out of 459 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% 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?
248 students attend Blatchley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Blatchley Middle School students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 7% 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 15:1.
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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