Serving 365 students in grades 5-8, Crystal Springs Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi 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 Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crystal Springs Middle School serves the northern part of its school district in Crystal Springs, MS, covering an area of approximately 256 square miles, with students typically driving 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 10.8 miles, while the furthest point is nearly 19.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crystal Springs Middle School's student population of 365 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crystal Springs Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crystal Springs Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#707 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
74%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.4%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
Showing 2002–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crystal Springs Middle School's ranking?
Crystal Springs Middle School is ranked #707 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Crystal Springs Middle School?
365 students attend Crystal Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Crystal Springs Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crystal Springs Middle School?
Crystal Springs Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crystal Springs Middle School offer ?
Crystal Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crystal Springs Middle School part of?
Crystal Springs Middle School is part of Copiah County School District.
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