Serving 54 students in grades 6-8, Craig 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Craig Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Craig Middle School's student population of 54 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Craig Middle School is 0.63, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
17%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
39%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% AK state average).
How many students attend Craig Middle School?
54 students attend Craig Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Craig Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Two or more races, and 17% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Craig Middle School?
Craig Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 14:1.
What grades does Craig Middle School offer ?
Craig Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Craig Middle School part of?
Craig Middle School is part of Craig City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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