Serving 182 students in grades 8-12, Mat-su Middle College School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mat-su Middle College School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mat-su Middle College School's student population of 182 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mat-su Middle College School ranks within the top 10% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mat-su Middle College School is 0.52, 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
#23 out of 459 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
78%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mat-su Middle College School's ranking?
Mat-su Middle College School is ranked #23 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Mat-su Middle College School often compared to?
Mat-su Middle College Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chugiak High School, Eagle River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mat-su Middle College School?
The graduation rate of Mat-su Middle College School is 95%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend Mat-su Middle College School?
182 students attend Mat-su Middle College School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Mat-su Middle College School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Mat-su Middle College School offer ?
Mat-su Middle College School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mat-su Middle College School part of?
Mat-su Middle College School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Mat-su Middle College School located?
Mat-su Middle College School is located in the Gateway neighborhood of Palmer, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Gateway.
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