Serving 69 students in grades 6-8, Stikine Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stikine Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Stikine Middle School's student population of 69 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Stikine 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 Stikine Middle School is 0.58, 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
#152 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
48%
22%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
6%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stikine Middle School's ranking?
Stikine Middle School is ranked #152 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Stikine Middle School?
69 students attend Stikine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Stikine Middle School students are American Indian, 44% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stikine Middle School?
Stikine Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stikine Middle School offer ?
Stikine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stikine Middle School part of?
Stikine Middle School is part of Wrangell Public School District.
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