Central Middle School of Science vs Denali Montessori Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 723 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
Denali Montessori Elementary
Anchorage · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
361 students
| Measure | Central Middle School of Science Anchorage, Alaska | Denali Montessori Elementary Anchorage, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #29 of 31 | #117 of 159 |
| National rank | #14415 of 15,369 | #33653 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 545 | 361 |
| Enrollment | 545 | 361 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.3% | 74% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 36% |
| city | Anchorage | Anchorage |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Denali Montessori Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.5 vs 16.1).
- •Denali Montessori Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 18%).
- •Denali Montessori Elementary does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 32%).
- •Denali Montessori Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74% vs 79.3%).
- •Denali Montessori Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 22.7).
- •Central Middle School of Science is the larger school with 545 students compared with 361.
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 Denali Montessori Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Denali Montessori Elementary ranks higher (37.5 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 Denali Montessori Elementary?
About 723 m in a straight line, between Anchorage and Anchorage in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School of Science: 545. Denali Montessori Elementary: 361. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School of Science and Denali Montessori Elementary rank in Alaska?
Central Middle School of Science is 29th of 31 and Denali Montessori Elementary is 117th of 159 among middle schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).