Serving 768 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 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45% (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 768 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education
School Rankings
Lawrence W Cross Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 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
#390 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
31%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
60%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence W Cross Middle School's ranking?
Lawrence W Cross Middle School is ranked #390 out of 1,921 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
768 students attend Lawrence W Cross Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lawrence W Cross Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence W Cross Middle School?
Lawrence W Cross Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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.
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