Serving 683 students in grades 7-8, Mears 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 35% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mears Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mears Middle School's student population of 683 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Mears Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mears Middle School is 0.75, 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
#216 out of 441 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
22%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
5%
3%
Two or more races
21%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Mears Middle School's ranking?
Mears Middle School is ranked #216 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Mears Middle School often compared to?
Mears Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goldenview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Mears Middle School?
683 students attend Mears Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mears Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mears Middle School?
Mears Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mears Middle School offer ?
Mears Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mears Middle School part of?
Mears Middle School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is Mears Middle School located?
Mears Middle School is located in the Bayshore And Klatt neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 2 other public schools located in Bayshore And Klatt.
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