Ryan Middle School vs Tanana Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alaska, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ryan Middle School
Fairbanks · Public middle · Grades 6–8
463 students
Tanana Middle School
Fairbanks · Public middle · Grades 6–8
523 students
| Measure | Ryan Middle School Fairbanks, Alaska | Tanana Middle School Fairbanks, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #20 of 31 | #19 of 31 |
| National rank | #11341 of 15,369 | #11218 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 463 | 523 |
| Enrollment | 463 | 523 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.6% | 34.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 22% |
| city | Fairbanks | Fairbanks |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (32.8 vs 33.4).
- •Ryan Middle School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •Tanana Middle School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 33%).
- •Tanana Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.8% vs 48.6%).
- •Ryan Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 18.7).
- •Tanana Middle School is the larger school with 523 students compared with 463.
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 Ryan Middle School better than Tanana 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 Ryan Middle School and Tanana Middle School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Fairbanks and Fairbanks in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ryan Middle School: 463. Tanana Middle School: 523. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ryan Middle School and Tanana Middle School rank in Alaska?
Ryan Middle School is 20th of 31 and Tanana Middle School is 19th of 31 among middle schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).