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#180 of 412 schools in AK

Top 43% in state

Schoenbar Middle School

Middle School · Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District

333 Schoenbar Rd, Ketchikan, AK 99901

Enrollment

267

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alaska schools

#180 of 412

In Ketchikan

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Schoenbar Middle School

6.6/10

Middle School in Ketchikan · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Schoenbar Middle School

Schoenbar Middle School is a public middle school in Ketchikan, AK, part of Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District. Schoenbar Middle School serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Schoenbar Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 412 schools in AK.

Structured state assessment records for Schoenbar Middle School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above AK schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • AK avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Schoenbar Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,131
Chronic Absenteeism45.7%

Schoenbar Middle School — Students at Schoenbar Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from AK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
70%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
26%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.

How Schoenbar Middle School Compares

See how Schoenbar Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in AK
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.7%

Location

333 Schoenbar Rd, Ketchikan, AK 99901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Schoenbar Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tongass School of Arts and Sciences Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fawn Mountain Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Point Higgins School (rated 8.0/10, 11.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ketchikan, see our Ketchikan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

11 within 15.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Ketchikan Charter School Ketchikan 0.2 mi 5.9
Tongass School of Arts and Sciences Charter School Ketchikan 0.2 mi 8.4
Ketchikan High School Ketchikan 1.7 mi 6.3
Fast Track Ketchikan 1.7 mi 5.3
Houghtaling Elementary Ketchikan 1.9 mi 6.8
Revilla Jr/Sr High School Ketchikan 1.9 mi 6.9
Fawn Mountain Elementary Ketchikan 3.5 mi 8.2
Point Higgins School Ketchikan 11.3 mi 8.0
Charles R. Leask Sr. Middle School Metlakatla 15.2 mi 4.7
Richard Johnson Elementary Metlakatla 15.2 mi 3.6
Metlakatla High School Metlakatla 15.3 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,155

Median Home Value

$379,000

Median Rent

$1,388/mo

Population

13,875

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

67.3%

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Schoenbar Middle School

What grades does Schoenbar Middle School serve?

Schoenbar Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Schoenbar Middle School?

Schoenbar Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Schoenbar Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Schoenbar Middle School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Schoenbar Middle School rank in AK?

Schoenbar Middle School ranks #180 of 412 schools in AK.

What is Schoenbar Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Schoenbar Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Schoenbar Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Schoenbar Middle School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Schoenbar Middle School a charter school?

No, Schoenbar Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Schoenbar Middle School a Title I school?

No, Schoenbar Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Schoenbar Middle School?

36.3% of students at Schoenbar Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Ketchikan Gateway Borough
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.7%

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