Randy Smith Middle School

Fairbanks, AK 99709

Phone: (907) 458-7600
District: Fairbanks North Star Borough School District

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GreatSchools Rating

public • Grades 7-8 • 413 students

Fairbanks's Randy Smith Middle School serves grades 7-8 in the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District. It is among the few public middle schools in Alaska to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10.

Randy Smith Middle School is a public school located in Fairbanks, AK. 413 students attend Randy Smith Middle School.

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Test Scores 7/10 The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2024 Alaska Science Assessment data from Alaska Department of Education, and using 2024 Alaska System of Academic Readiness data from Alaska Department of Education.

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Posted: February 22, 2018

It was alright the education isn't that great here and the teachers are aren't really good and one of the teachers is actually sexist against the boys in her class

Posted: February 21, 2017

I agree with the recent reviewer. A lot of the negative reviews sound biased, considering there might be more (at home, after school, etc.) bothering the student. The staff isn't "horrendous", but "some" teachers take their position for granted. Middle school isn't all milk and honey, and you've got to push yourself in certain scenarios. This school isn't strict, but it provides a great academic experience.

Posted: February 21, 2017

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Posted: March 24, 2016

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Posted: March 24, 2016

As a fellow student of Randy Smith I feel like this school values academics, excellence, and equity. Granted, if you are in the wrong group in middle school bad things will happen but I would never describe any of the teachers here "horrendous"! All of my teachers and others were very helpful and made my day better. Recently I had a problem involving another student I went to the counselor and she was very nice and immediately catered to my needs. Mrs. Do helps everyone stay fit and set personal goals and achieve them. Mrs.Haugeberg teaches all the kids and goes over things until we understand fully and makes learning math great. Mrs.Pastro always plans fun activities to expand our horizons on learning more about coding. The teachers at this school are caring, sweet, and like a huge family. The Band/Orchestra program here is amazing. Mr.Lockwood is a great teacher who teaches everyone how to play and improve even the best players. The sports program here is superb, this school values teamwork and striving to your best. I've never had a problem with any teachers and most peers. I've made so many new friends and had fantastic experiences here at Randy Smith! Go Black Bears!

Posted: February 27, 2016

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Posted: February 27, 2016

I agree with the other reviews, the staff's attitude is horrendous. They make my child feel unsafe, and they even get kids into trouble for unfair reasons. Once, I picked my child up after school, and she had a face full of tears. Her eyes were red, she was crying uncontrollably, and she told me it was because of one of the teachers. I'm not going to explain the reason because it's very personal. But in other words, students told me she was crying all period in one class and she's been suffering from depression because of it. I don't want a school that makes my child feel unsafe or unwanted.

Posted: February 26, 2016

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Posted: February 26, 2016

One of the worst schools I've enrolled my child to. Try Ryan instead. The staff is rude, and my child is afraid to go to school because of it.

Posted: February 25, 2016

They're effective, emotionally. I sometimes have the feeling to just give up, and leave forever. It walk to school everyday thinking, "Why am I still here?" There was this one time where I even developed depression, and it never got better. None of this is a lie.

Posted: February 25, 2016

Posted: February 25, 2016

As a student, it made me feel worse than terrible. I've never experienced such a cruel school. I never bring myself up to write a review, but I've had enough with this school.

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