Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, Crispell Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crispell Middle School's student population of 615 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1941
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
Campus Size
109
School Rankings
Crispell Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crispell Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2412 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
21%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crispell Middle School's ranking?
Crispell Middle School is ranked #2412 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Crispell Middle School often compared to?
Crispell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Circleville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Crispell Middle School?
615 students attend Crispell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Crispell Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crispell Middle School?
Crispell Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Crispell Middle School offer ?
Crispell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crispell Middle School part of?
Crispell Middle School is part of Pine Bush Central School District.
School Reviews
4 6/9/2020
I spent three relatively of years at this school. They give students lots of opportunities to have fun and they have an amazing staff. I feel lucky to have graduated here, but there is not much diversity.
5 12/22/2009
Crispell is a very understanding school. All of the teachers there are not strict.
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