Serving 262 students in grades 4-8, Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carson City-Crystal Upper Elementary/Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Carson City, MI, encompassing approximately 152.7 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School's student population of 262 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1956 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School is ranked #1956 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School?
262 students attend Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School?
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School part of?
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School is part of Carson City-Crystal Area Schools.
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