Serving 1,008 students in grades 6-8, Crosby Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,008 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crosby Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crosby Middle School's student population of 1,008 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,008 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crosby Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crosby Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#336 out of 1230 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
30%
11%
White
49%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crosby Middle School's ranking?
Crosby Middle School is ranked #336 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Crosby Middle School often compared to?
Crosby Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barret Traditional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Crosby Middle School?
1,008 students attend Crosby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Crosby Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crosby Middle School?
Crosby Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crosby Middle School offer ?
Crosby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Crosby Middle School part of?
Crosby Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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