Serving 213 students in grades 9-12, Carson Citycrystal High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carson Citycrystal High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carson Citycrystal High School's student population of 213 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
213 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Carson Citycrystal High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carson Citycrystal High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1783 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
6%
9%

Black
n/a
18%

White
93%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carson Citycrystal High School's ranking?
Carson Citycrystal High School is ranked #1783 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Carson Citycrystal High School often compared to?
Carson Citycrystal High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Montcalm Middle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carson Citycrystal High School?
The graduation rate of Carson Citycrystal High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Carson Citycrystal High School?
213 students attend Carson Citycrystal High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Carson Citycrystal High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson Citycrystal High School?
Carson Citycrystal High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carson Citycrystal High School offer ?
Carson Citycrystal High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carson Citycrystal High School part of?
Carson Citycrystal High School is part of Carson City-Crystal Area Schools School District.
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