Hanshew Middle School vs Nicholas J. Begich Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alaska, United States, 9.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hanshew Middle School
Anchorage · Public middle · Grades 6–8
822 students
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School
Anchorage · Public middle · Grades 6–8
830 students
| Measure | Hanshew Middle School Anchorage, Alaska | Nicholas J. Begich Middle School Anchorage, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #21 of 31 | #30 of 31 |
| National rank | #11899 of 15,369 | #14862 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 822 | 830 |
| Enrollment | 822 | 830 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.2% | 76.5% |
| Students per teacher | 34.3 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 14% |
| city | Anchorage | Anchorage |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hanshew Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.1 vs 12.4).
- •Hanshew Middle School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 14%).
- •Hanshew Middle School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 24%).
- •Hanshew Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.2% vs 76.5%).
- •Nicholas J. Begich Middle School does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 34.3).
- •Nicholas J. Begich Middle School is the larger school with 830 students compared with 822.
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 Hanshew Middle School better than Nicholas J. Begich Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hanshew Middle School ranks higher (30.1 vs 12.4 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 Hanshew Middle School and Nicholas J. Begich Middle School?
About 9.8 km in a straight line, between Anchorage and Anchorage in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hanshew Middle School: 822. Nicholas J. Begich Middle School: 830. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hanshew Middle School and Nicholas J. Begich Middle School rank in Alaska?
Hanshew Middle School is 21st of 31 and Nicholas J. Begich Middle School is 30th of 31 among middle schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).