Serving 882 students in grades 6-8, Nicholas J. Begich Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School's student population of 882 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
882 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nicholas J. Begich Middle School is 0.85, which is more 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
#398 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
11%
22%
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
7%
2%
White
19%
47%
Hawaiian
13%
3%
Two or more races
19%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholas J. Begich Middle School's ranking?
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School is ranked #398 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Nicholas J. Begich Middle School often compared to?
Nicholas J. Begich Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mirror Lake Middle School, Clark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Nicholas J. Begich Middle School?
882 students attend Nicholas J. Begich Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
19% of Nicholas J. Begich Middle School students are Two or more races, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Hawaiian, 11% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nicholas J. Begich Middle School?
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nicholas J. Begich Middle School offer ?
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nicholas J. Begich Middle School part of?
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Nicholas J. Begich Middle School located?
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School is located in the Northeast Anchorage neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 7 other public schools located in Northeast Anchorage.
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