Clark Middle School

clark.asdk12.org/

835 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Clark Middle School, located in the Mountain View neighborhood of Anchorage, Alaska, serves as a vibrant educational hub within the Anchorage School District. As a large middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8, the institution is recognized for its diverse student body and its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. The school provides a comprehensive academic curriculum complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and clubs, aimed at supporting the social, emotional, and intellectual development of its adolescent population.

Beyond its academic offerings, Clark Middle School is deeply integrated into the local community. The school places a strong emphasis on student support services and community engagement, striving to prepare its students for the transition to high school and beyond. With a focus on academic growth, technology integration, and character development, the school works to provide a structured and encouraging atmosphere that addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of middle-level learners in the Anchorage area.

835

Total Students

41.7

Full-Time Teachers

20.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

86.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Clark Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	74
Hispanic	97
Black	77
Asian	144
Two or More	151
American Indian	116
Pacific Islander	176

Pacific Islander
176 (21.1 %)
Two or More
151 (18.1 %)
Asian
144 (17.2 %)
American Indian
116 (13.9 %)
Hispanic
97 (11.6 %)
Black
77 (9.2 %)
White
74 (8.9 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Anchorage School District
Phone:	(907)742-4700
Website:	http://clark.asdk12.org/
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	835
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	41.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	719
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 271

Grade 7 296

Grade 8 268