Central Middle School of Science vs Chugach Optional Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 265 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School of Science
Anchorage · Public middle · Grades 6–8
545 students
Chugach Optional Elementary
Anchorage · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
275 students
| Measure | Central Middle School of Science Anchorage, Alaska | Chugach Optional Elementary Anchorage, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #29 of 31 | #18 of 159 |
| National rank | #14415 of 15,369 | #10506 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 545 | 275 |
| Enrollment | 545 | 275 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.3% | 11.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 62% |
| city | Anchorage | Anchorage |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chugach Optional Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.1 vs 16.1).
- •Chugach Optional Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 18%).
- •Chugach Optional Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Chugach Optional Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.6% vs 79.3%).
- •Chugach Optional Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 22.7).
- •Central Middle School of Science is the larger school with 545 students compared with 275.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Middle School of Science better than Chugach Optional Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Chugach Optional Elementary ranks higher (71.1 vs 16.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central Middle School of Science and Chugach Optional Elementary?
About 265 m in a straight line, between Anchorage and Anchorage in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School of Science: 545. Chugach Optional Elementary: 275. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School of Science and Chugach Optional Elementary rank in Alaska?
Central Middle School of Science is 29th of 31 and Chugach Optional Elementary is 18th of 159 among middle schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).