Serving 757 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Colony Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colony Middle School's student population of 757 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colony Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colony Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#211 out of 459 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
3%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colony Middle School's ranking?
Colony Middle School is ranked #211 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Colony Middle School often compared to?
Colony Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Teeland Middle School, Palmer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Colony Middle School?
757 students attend Colony Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Colony Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colony Middle School?
Colony Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Colony Middle School offer ?
Colony Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Colony Middle School part of?
Colony Middle School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
In what neighborhood is Colony Middle School located?
Colony Middle School is located in the Gateway neighborhood of Palmer, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Gateway.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
1 12/18/2020
Worst school ever I have nothing good to say about this school IT IS THE WORST.
5 5/17/2016
The teachers and staff at Colony Middle School are absolutely fantastic. I love that you can go online and keep up with your child's progress and stay on top of any improvements that need to be made. I also love that they have a NO TOLERANCE for ANY type of bullying and they take care of any issues IMMEDIATELY. My daughter's grades have improved tremendously since attending this school and she's even made the Honor Roll! I couldn't be happier!
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