Serving 527 students in grades 6-8, Crescent Elk Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crescent Elk Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crescent Elk Middle School's student population of 527 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crescent Elk Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crescent Elk Middle School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#8410 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
16%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crescent Elk Middle School's ranking?
Crescent Elk Middle School is ranked #8410 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Crescent Elk Middle School?
527 students attend Crescent Elk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Crescent Elk Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crescent Elk Middle School?
Crescent Elk Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Crescent Elk Middle School offer ?
Crescent Elk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Crescent Elk Middle School part of?
Crescent Elk Middle School is part of Del Norte County Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 5/27/2019
It`s very filthy, and almost nothing is done about bullying. Many of the events the school pushes out are either last minute, or horribly executed. They sometimes brag about their statistics while ignoring their issues, and the administration is not very open to opinion. In sixth grade I wrote them two full size essays that year about their policies, and they didn`t even bother to read it.It`s obviously better than big city schools, but it`s definitely one of the worst in the Del Norte community. Can`t wait for high school.
3 3/23/2019
Hi. I''m an 8th grade girl at Crescent Elk. And honestly..this school is just fine. I love most of the teachers, we have fun school events on occasion, and the school is (unless your an idiot and decide to pick fights with people) very safe. That does not mean i''d necessarily recommend it, though. The thing that can make this school hell for some people is the amount of horrible students here. People who do nothing but be obnoxious, talk back to teachers, and bully people. I''m sure most middle schools are like that, (since its, y''know, MIDDLE SCHOOL) but we sort of have an epidemic. (what I do appreciate is that the principal has recently been making an effort to get these people out of our school, which I do appreciate, but it doesn''t mean it isn''t still a problem) That''s not to say there aren''t a ton of great students as well, but if you send your kids here, they''re probably gonna get bullied. It''s an nice school otherwise. Send your kids here if they have a thick skin.
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