Alaska Middle College School serves 255 students in grades 11-12.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in AK)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alaska Middle College School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Alaska Middle College School's student population of 255 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alaska Middle College School is 0.63, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
4%
22%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
6%
2%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Two or more races
11%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
78%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
33%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Alaska Middle College School?
The graduation rate of Alaska Middle College School is 95%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Alaska Middle College School?
255 students attend Alaska Middle College School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Alaska Middle College School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Alaska Middle College School offer ?
Alaska Middle College School offers enrollment in grades 11-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alaska Middle College School part of?
Alaska Middle College School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Alaska Middle College School located?
Alaska Middle College School is located in the U MED District neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 7 other public schools located in U MED District.
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