Serving 392 students in grades 6-8, Crosby Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crosby Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crosby Middle School's student population of 392 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Crosby Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crosby Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6457 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
37%
13%
White
24%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crosby Middle School's ranking?
Crosby Middle School is ranked #6457 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Crosby Middle School often compared to?
Crosby Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Fe J High School, R D Mcadams J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Crosby Middle School?
392 students attend Crosby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Crosby Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, and 3% 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 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crosby Middle School offer ?
Crosby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Crosby Middle School part of?
Crosby Middle School is part of Hitchcock Independent School District.
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