Serving 256 students in grades 4-8, Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle 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% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School's student population of 256 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle 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 Upper Elementarymiddle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2172 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School is ranked #2172 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School?
256 students attend Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School?
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School part of?
Carson Citycrystal Upper Elementarymiddle School is part of Carson City-Crystal Area Schools School District.
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