Central Middle School Of Science serves 340 students in grades 7-8.
Central Middle School Of Science placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 44%) for the 2020-21 school year.
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 (2023-24)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central Middle School Of Science's student population of 340 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Middle School Of Science is ranked within the bottom 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 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#311 out of 443 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
14%
22%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
14%
2%
White
20%
47%
Hawaiian
12%
3%
Two or more races
16%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
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 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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