Central Middle School of Science vs Steller Secondary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 1.2 km 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
Steller Secondary School
Anchorage · Public high · Grades 6–12
305 students
| Measure | Central Middle School of Science Anchorage, Alaska | Steller Secondary School Anchorage, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #29 of 31 | #7 of 49 |
| National rank | #14415 of 15,369 | #5934 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 545 | 305 |
| Enrollment | 545 | 305 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.3% | – |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 52% |
| city | Anchorage | Anchorage |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Steller Secondary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.5 vs 16.1).
- •Steller Secondary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 18%).
- •Steller Secondary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 32%).
- •Steller Secondary School does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 22.7).
- •Central Middle School of Science is the larger school with 545 students compared with 305.
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 Steller Secondary School?
On the Success Index (US), Steller Secondary School ranks higher (59.5 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 Steller Secondary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Anchorage and Anchorage in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School of Science: 545. Steller Secondary School: 305. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School of Science and Steller Secondary School rank in Alaska?
Central Middle School of Science is 29th of 31 and Steller Secondary School is 7th of 49 among middle schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).