Serving 222 students in grades 8-12, Mat-su Middle College School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in AK)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Alaska Middle College School serves the southern part of its school district in Palmer, AK, covering an area of approximately 1,963 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located nearly 49 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mat-su Middle College School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mat-su Middle College School's student population of 222 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mat-su Middle College School is 0.39, 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)
(21-22)≥50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
American Indian
3%
22%
Hispanic
6%
8%
White
77%
47%
Two or more races
14%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77.9%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
42.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mat-su Middle College School often compared to?
Mat-su Middle College Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chugiak High School, Eagle River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mat-su Middle College School?
The graduation rate of Mat-su Middle College School is 95%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 77.9%.
How many students attend Mat-su Middle College School?
222 students attend Mat-su Middle College School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mat-su Middle College School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Mat-su Middle College School offer ?
Mat-su Middle College School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mat-su Middle College School part of?
Mat-su Middle College School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Mat-su Middle College School located?
Mat-su Middle College School is located in the Gateway neighborhood of Palmer, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Gateway.
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