Serving 830 students in grades 6-8, Nicholas J. Begich 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 17% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School's student population of 830 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
830 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nicholas J. Begich 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 Nicholas J. Begich Middle School is 0.85, 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
#343 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
13%
21%
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
5%
2%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
13%
3%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholas J. Begich Middle School's ranking?
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School is ranked #343 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Nicholas J. Begich Middle School often compared to?
Nicholas J. Begich Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clark Middle School, Mirror Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Nicholas J. Begich Middle School?
830 students attend Nicholas J. Begich Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
22% of Nicholas J. Begich Middle School students are Asian, 20% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Hawaiian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nicholas J. Begich Middle School?
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nicholas J. Begich Middle School offer ?
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nicholas J. Begich Middle School part of?
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Nicholas J. Begich Middle School located?
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School is located in the Northeast Anchorage neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 7 other public schools located in Northeast Anchorage.
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