Serving 713 students in grades 6-8, Clark Middle School 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 8% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clark Middle School serves the west part of Anchorage, AK, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clark Middle School's student population of 713 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
713 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Coyotes!
School Rankings
Clark Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark Middle School is 0.85, 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
#386 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
16%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
21%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.2%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Coyotes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark Middle School's ranking?
Clark Middle School is ranked #386 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Clark Middle School often compared to?
Clark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nicholas J. Begich Middle School, Airport Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Clark Middle School?
713 students attend Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
21% of Clark Middle School students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clark Middle School?
Clark Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clark Middle School offer ?
Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clark Middle School part of?
Clark Middle School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Clark Middle School located?
Clark Middle School is located in the Mountain View neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 2 other public schools located in Mountain View.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great staff and faculty at Clark and the students. Anchorage is lucky to have a school like this in its city. Great School!
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