Serving 626 students in grades 7-8, Goldenview 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 29% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Goldenview Middle School's student population of 626 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Goldenview Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goldenview Middle School is 0.59, 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
#154 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
22%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
12%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goldenview Middle School's ranking?
Goldenview Middle School is ranked #154 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Goldenview Middle School often compared to?
Goldenview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanshew Middle School, Mears Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Goldenview Middle School?
626 students attend Goldenview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Goldenview Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goldenview Middle School?
Goldenview Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Goldenview Middle School offer ?
Goldenview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Goldenview Middle School part of?
Goldenview Middle School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Goldenview Middle School located?
Goldenview Middle School is located in the Rabbit Creek neighborhood of Anchorage, AK.
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