RANDY SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL
Randy Smith Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District school district, located in Fairbanks, AK with about 295 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 18 teachers, Randy Smith Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Randy Smith Middle School is a public school located in Fairbanks, Alaska, serving students in grades 7 through 8. As part of the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District, the school is named in honor of Randy Smith, a dedicated local educator and coach. The school focuses on fostering a supportive and rigorous academic environment, emphasizing the development of critical thinking, creativity, and personal responsibility during the pivotal middle school years.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, Randy Smith Middle School encourages student involvement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, music programs, and student-led clubs. The school community prides itself on promoting a culture of inclusivity and safety, aiming to prepare students for the transition to high school by building strong character and community engagement. More information regarding the school's specific programs, calendars, and resources can be found on their official website at the link provided.
For more information, contact Randy Smith Middle School at (907) 458-7600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(907) 458-7600
http://www.k12northstar.org
RANDY SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Fairbanks, AK with about 295 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Alaska
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 295
- Teachers:
- 18.03
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 295 students
- White
- 61.7%
- Two or more races
- 18.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 11.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.7%
- Black or African American
- 2.4%
- Asian
- 2.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 46.4%
- Male
- 53.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.