Seward Middle School in Seward, AK serves grades 6–8 with an enrollment of 110 students and a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, which is approximately equal to the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is between 45% and 49%, which is higher than the state average of 32% and district average of 38%, although scores have fluctuated over recent years.
Reading proficiency ranges from 45% to 49%, also higher than the state average of 29% and district average of 34% in 2022, but these scores declined from higher proficiency rates above 80% between 2012 and 2014.
Science proficiency is between 30% and 39%, which is lower than the state average of 38% and district average of 42%, showing weak performance relative to state and district levels.
Enrollment remained relatively stable around 110–140 students over recent years, but free and reduced–price lunch eligibility declined from 37% in 2022 to 26% in 2023, indicating a modest decrease in socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seward Middle School serves the eastern part of its school district in Seward, AK, covering an attendance area of approximately 186.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being about 35.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seward Middle School's student population of 104 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
104 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Seward Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seward Middle School is 0.60, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
22%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
47%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.8%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Silvers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seward Middle School's ranking?
Seward Middle School is ranked #114 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Seward Middle School often compared to?
Seward Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seward High School, William H. Seward Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Seward Middle School?
104 students attend Seward Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Seward Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seward Middle School?
Seward Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Seward Middle School offer ?
Seward Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seward Middle School part of?
Seward Middle School is part of Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
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