Serving 445 students in grades 5-8, Crossett Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crossett Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Crossett school district, encompassing approximately 215 square miles around the city of Crossett, AR. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest boundary located 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crossett Middle School's student population of 445 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crossett Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crossett Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#838 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
31%
19%
White
63%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossett Middle School's ranking?
Crossett Middle School is ranked #838 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Crossett Middle School?
445 students attend Crossett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Crossett Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crossett Middle School?
Crossett Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crossett Middle School offer ?
Crossett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crossett Middle School part of?
Crossett Middle School is part of Crossett School District.
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