Serving 58 students in grades 6-8, Craig 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Craig Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Craig Middle School's student population of 58 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Craig 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 Craig Middle School is 0.61, 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
#321 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
12%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
50%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
36%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craig Middle School's ranking?
Craig Middle School is ranked #321 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Craig Middle School?
58 students attend Craig Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Craig Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Craig Middle School?
Craig Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Craig Middle School offer ?
Craig Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Craig Middle School part of?
Craig Middle School is part of Craig City School District.
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