Clark Middle School vs North Pole Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alaska, United States, 411 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clark Middle School
Anchorage · Public middle · Grades 6–8
713 students
North Pole Middle School
North Pole · Public middle · Grades 6–8
631 students
| Measure | Clark Middle School Anchorage, Alaska | North Pole Middle School North Pole, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 4 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 31 | #16 of 31 |
| National rank | #15333 of 15,369 | #10324 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 713 | 631 |
| Enrollment | 713 | 631 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.8% | 33.9% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 30% |
| city | Anchorage | North Pole |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Pole Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 3.8).
- •North Pole Middle School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 12%).
- •North Pole Middle School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 22%).
- •North Pole Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.9% vs 100.8%).
- •North Pole Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 26.4).
- •Clark Middle School is the larger school with 713 students compared with 631.
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 Clark Middle School better than North Pole Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), North Pole Middle School ranks higher (37.7 vs 3.8 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 Clark Middle School and North Pole Middle School?
About 411 km in a straight line, between Anchorage and North Pole in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clark Middle School: 713. North Pole Middle School: 631. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clark Middle School and North Pole Middle School rank in Alaska?
Clark Middle School is 31st of 31 and North Pole Middle School is 16th of 31 among middle schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).