Serving 74 students in grades 6-8, Cross County Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cross County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Stromsburg, NE, covering approximately 177.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cross County Middle School's student population of 74 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Cross County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cross County Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#362 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cross County Middle School's ranking?
Cross County Middle School is ranked #362 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Cross County Middle School?
74 students attend Cross County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cross County Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cross County Middle School?
Cross County Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cross County Middle School offer ?
Cross County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cross County Middle School part of?
Cross County Middle School is part of Cross County Community Schools.
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