Serving 214 students in grades 6-8, Eben Hopson 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 10% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eben Hopson Middle School serves the northwest part of Barrow, AK, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eben Hopson Middle School's student population of 214 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
214 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eben Hopson 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 Eben Hopson Middle School is 0.45, 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
#394 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
73%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86.9%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eben Hopson Middle School's ranking?
Eben Hopson Middle School is ranked #394 out of 441 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Eben Hopson Middle School?
214 students attend Eben Hopson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Eben Hopson Middle School students are American Indian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eben Hopson Middle School?
Eben Hopson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eben Hopson Middle School offer ?
Eben Hopson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eben Hopson Middle School part of?
Eben Hopson Middle School is part of North Slope Borough School District.
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