CRAIG MIDDLE SCHOOL

Craig Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Craig City School District school district, located in Craig, AK with about 62 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, Craig Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Craig Middle School, located in the remote coastal community of Craig, Alaska, serves as a central hub for adolescent education on Prince of Wales Island. As part of the Craig City School District, the school is deeply integrated into a unique island environment, balancing rigorous academic standards with the realities of living in a rural, maritime setting. The school emphasizes a supportive community atmosphere, aiming to prepare students for high school transitions by fostering both personal growth and local cultural appreciation.

The curriculum at Craig Middle School is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body through a combination of traditional core subjects and specialized learning opportunities. Because of its location, the school often leverages its natural surroundings to enhance instruction, providing students with a perspective that is both global and deeply rooted in the Alaskan landscape. With a commitment to technology and student engagement, the school strives to provide its middle-schoolers with the tools necessary to succeed in a modern world while maintaining the tight-knit, collaborative spirit characteristic of a small-town Alaskan school.

For more information, contact Craig Middle School at (907) 826-3274 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.