Antelope Crossing Middle School

9200 Palmerson Dr.
Antelope, CA 95843
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,058 students in grades 6-8, Antelope Crossing Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,058 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 59%
  • : Top 50% in CA
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • : 41% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Antelope Crossing Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Antelope Crossing Middle School's student population of 1,058 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Motto
Excellence in Education Since 1876.

School Rankings

Antelope Crossing Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Antelope Crossing Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#3171 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
35%
34%
56%
47%
41%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.74
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Antelope Crossing Middle School's ranking?
Antelope Crossing Middle School is ranked #3171 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Antelope Crossing Middle School often compared to?
Antelope Crossing Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sylvan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Antelope Crossing Middle School?
1,058 students attend Antelope Crossing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Antelope Crossing Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Antelope Crossing Middle School?
Antelope Crossing Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Antelope Crossing Middle School offer ?
Antelope Crossing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Antelope Crossing Middle School part of?
Antelope Crossing Middle School is part of Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,058 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 59%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • : 41% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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