Serving 179 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Midnight Sun Family Learning Center ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midnight Sun Family Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Midnight Sun Family Learning Center's student population of 179 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Midnight Sun Family Learning Center ranks within the top 20% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midnight Sun Family Learning Center is 0.44, 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
#78 out of 441 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
22%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
16%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Midnight Sun Family Learning Center's ranking?
Midnight Sun Family Learning Center is ranked #78 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Midnight Sun Family Learning Center often compared to?
Midnight Sun Family Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like American Charter Academy, Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Midnight Sun Family Learning Center?
179 students attend Midnight Sun Family Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Midnight Sun Family Learning Center students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midnight Sun Family Learning Center?
Midnight Sun Family Learning Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Midnight Sun Family Learning Center offer ?
Midnight Sun Family Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midnight Sun Family Learning Center part of?
Midnight Sun Family Learning Center is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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