Serving 267 students in grades 7-8, Schoenbar Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than 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 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Schoenbar Middle School's student population of 267 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Schoenbar Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schoenbar Middle School is 0.60, 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
#242 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
26%
22%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
6%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
- The mission of Schoenbar Middle School is to provide each student a diverse education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes self-discipline, motivation, and excellence in learning. The Knights team joins the parents and community of Ketchikan to assist the students in developing skills to become independent and self-sufficient adults who will succeed and contribute responsibly in a global community.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schoenbar Middle School's ranking?
Schoenbar Middle School is ranked #242 out of 441 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Schoenbar Middle School?
267 students attend Schoenbar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Schoenbar Middle School students are White, 26% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Schoenbar Middle School?
Schoenbar Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Schoenbar Middle School offer ?
Schoenbar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Schoenbar Middle School part of?
Schoenbar Middle School is part of Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District.
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