Serving 756 students in grades 6-8, Lawrence W Cross Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence W Cross Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lawrence W Cross Middle School's student population of 756 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawrence W Cross Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence W Cross Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
32%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
59%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence W Cross Middle School's ranking?
Lawrence W Cross Middle School is ranked #398 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Lawrence W Cross Middle School often compared to?
Lawrence W Cross Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orange Grove Middle School, La Cima Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Lawrence W Cross Middle School?
756 students attend Lawrence W Cross Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lawrence W Cross Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence W Cross Middle School?
Lawrence W Cross Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lawrence W Cross Middle School offer ?
Lawrence W Cross Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lawrence W Cross Middle School part of?
Lawrence W Cross Middle School is part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406) School District.
School Calendar
View the Lawrence W Cross Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day Back from Winter Break
January 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! ENJOY YOUR SUMMER!
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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