Serving 906 students in grades 6-8, Crystal River Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 906 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crystal River Middle School serves the west part of the Crystal River, FL school district, covering an area of approximately 292.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.1 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 14.8 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crystal River Middle School's student population of 906 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
906 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crystal River Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crystal River Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2140 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
78%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crystal River Middle School's ranking?
Crystal River Middle School is ranked #2140 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Crystal River Middle School often compared to?
Crystal River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lecanto Middle School, Inverness Middle School, Citrus Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Crystal River Middle School?
906 students attend Crystal River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Crystal River Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crystal River Middle School?
Crystal River Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crystal River Middle School offer ?
Crystal River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crystal River Middle School part of?
Crystal River Middle School is part of Citrus School District.
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