Serving 418 students in grades 6-8, Kodiak Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kodiak Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kodiak Middle School's student population of 418 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Motto
Through shared responsibility with the community, KMS will create a safe, healthy, collaborative learning environment that addresses the academic, social, and emotional needs of early adolescents through high expectations, a variety of course offerings, a
School Rankings
Kodiak 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 Kodiak Middle School is 0.72, 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
#223 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
20%
22%
Asian
27%
5%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
3%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kodiak Middle School's ranking?
Kodiak Middle School is ranked #223 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Kodiak Middle School?
418 students attend Kodiak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Kodiak Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 20% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kodiak Middle School?
Kodiak Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kodiak Middle School offer ?
Kodiak Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kodiak Middle School part of?
Kodiak Middle School is part of Kodiak Island Borough School District.
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