Serving 809 students in grades 3-4, Cross Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cross Creek Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Thomasville, GA, covering approximately 537.1 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 18.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cross Creek Elementary School's student population of 809 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
809 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Working Together, we teach and nurture Children to Ensure their Success.
School Rankings
Cross Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cross Creek Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#951 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cross Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Cross Creek Elementary School is ranked #951 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cross Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Cross Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jerger Elementary School, Scott Elementary School, Garrison-pilcher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cross Creek Elementary School?
809 students attend Cross Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cross Creek Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cross Creek Elementary School?
Cross Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cross Creek Elementary School offer ?
Cross Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cross Creek Elementary School part of?
Cross Creek Elementary School is part of Thomas County School District.
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