Serving 204 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in AK)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- 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 204 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
Campus Size
50
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mat-su Middle College School is 0.47, 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%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
3%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
15%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 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 78%.
How many students attend Mat-su Middle College School?
204 students attend Mat-su Middle College School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Mat-su Middle College School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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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