Serving 822 students in grades 6-8, Hanshew 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 27% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hanshew Middle School serves the western part of Anchorage, AK, covering an area of approximately 16.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hanshew Middle School's student population of 822 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
822 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Hanshew 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 Hanshew Middle School is 0.82, 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
#259 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
15:1
American Indian
12%
22%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
5%
2%
White
30%
47%
Hawaiian
7%
3%
Two or more races
21%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanshew Middle School's ranking?
Hanshew Middle School is ranked #259 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Hanshew Middle School often compared to?
Hanshew Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goldenview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Hanshew Middle School?
822 students attend Hanshew Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Hanshew Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hawaiian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanshew Middle School?
Hanshew Middle School has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hanshew Middle School offer ?
Hanshew Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hanshew Middle School part of?
Hanshew Middle School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Hanshew Middle School located?
Hanshew Middle School is located in the Abbott Loop neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 8 other public schools located in Abbott Loop.
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