Central Middle School Of Science

1405 E St
Anchorage, AK 99501
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 340 students in grades 7-8, Central Middle School Of Science 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 17% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 340 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50% in AK
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Central Middle School Of Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:

School Overview

Central Middle School Of Science's student population of 340 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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School Rankings

Central Middle School Of Science 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 Central Middle School Of Science 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (AK)
#311 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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17%
36%
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32%
44%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
14%
22%
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Asian
9%
5%
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Hispanic
15%
8%
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Black
14%
2%
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White
20%
47%
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Hawaiian
12%
3%
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Two or more races
16%
13%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.86
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
4%
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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 Central Middle School Of Science's ranking?
Central Middle School Of Science is ranked #311 out of 443 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AK state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AK state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School Of Science?
340 students attend Central Middle School Of Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
20% of Central Middle School Of Science students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hawaiian, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Middle School Of Science?
Central Middle School Of Science has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Middle School Of Science offer ?
Central Middle School Of Science offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Middle School Of Science part of?
Central Middle School Of Science is part of Anchorage School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 340 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education

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