Serving 596 students in grades 6-8, Gruening Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gruening Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gruening Middle School's student population of 596 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Gruening Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gruening Middle School is 0.58, 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
#102 out of 441 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
22%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
4%
2%
White
63%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
3%
Two or more races
12%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Gruening Middle School's ranking?
Gruening Middle School is ranked #102 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Gruening Middle School often compared to?
Gruening Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mirror Lake Middle 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 32% AK state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Gruening Middle School?
596 students attend Gruening Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Gruening Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gruening Middle School?
Gruening Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gruening Middle School offer ?
Gruening Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gruening Middle School part of?
Gruening Middle School is part of Anchorage School District.
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