Serving 1,138 students in grades 6-8, Romig Middle School ranks in the top 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 45% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Romig Middle School serves the west part of Anchorage, AK, covering an attendance area of approximately 13.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone reaching up to 5.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Romig Middle School's student population of 1,138 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,138 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Romig Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Romig Middle School is 0.79, 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
#149 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
9%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Romig Middle School's ranking?
Romig Middle School is ranked #149 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Romig Middle School often compared to?
Romig Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wendler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Romig Middle School?
1,138 students attend Romig Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Romig Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Romig Middle School?
Romig Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Romig Middle School offer ?
Romig Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Romig Middle School part of?
Romig Middle School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Romig Middle School located?
Romig Middle School is located in the Turnagain neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Turnagain.
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