North Star College vs Randy Smith Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Star College
Fairbanks · Public high · Grades 11–12
197 students
Randy Smith Middle School
Fairbanks · Public middle · Grades 6–8
413 students
| Measure | North Star College Fairbanks, Alaska | Randy Smith Middle School Fairbanks, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | – | #9 of 31 |
| National rank | – | #6199 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 11–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 197 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 197 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 29.3% |
| Students per teacher | – | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 53% |
| Math proficiency | – | 41% |
| city | Fairbanks | Fairbanks |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Randy Smith Middle School is the larger school with 413 students compared with 197.
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 North Star College better than Randy Smith Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are North Star College and Randy Smith Middle School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Fairbanks and Fairbanks in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Star College: 197. Randy Smith Middle School: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Star College and Randy Smith Middle School rank in Alaska?
North Star College is unranked and Randy Smith Middle School is 9th of 31 among high schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).