Below Average
#7934 of 9,539 schools in CA
Crescent Elk Middle
Middle School · Del Norte County Unified
994 G St., Crescent City, CA 95531
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,934 of 9,539
In Crescent City
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#7 of 11
Del Norte County Unified
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Crescent Elk Middle
Middle School in Crescent City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Crescent Elk Middle
Crescent Elk Middle is a public middle school in Crescent City, CA, part of Del Norte County Unified. Crescent Elk Middle serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Crescent Elk Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,934 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Crescent Elk Middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Crescent Elk Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Crescent Elk Middle — Students at Crescent Elk Middle score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Crescent Elk Middle Compares
See how Crescent Elk Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
994 G St., Crescent City, CA 95531
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crescent Elk Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mountain Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Gasquet), which scores notably higher. Another option is Castle Rock (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sunset High (rated 6.8/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Crescent City, see our Crescent City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Joe Hamilton Elementary Crescent City | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Uncharted Shores Academy Crescent City | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Del Norte Community Crescent City | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Bess Maxwell Elementary Crescent City | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Castle Rock Crescent City | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Del Norte High Crescent City | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Crescent City SDA School Crescent City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Mary Peacock Elementary Crescent City | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Pine Grove Elementary Crescent City | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Sunset High Crescent City | 4.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Redwood Elementary Fort Dick | 8.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Smith River Elementary Smith River | 12.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Margaret Keating Elementary Klamath | 15.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Mountain Elementary Gasquet | 13.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Azalea Middle School Brookings | 21.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Brookings-Harbor High School Brookings | 21.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Kalmiopsis Elementary School Brookings | 21.3 mi | 4.9 |
| BROOKINGS HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brookings | 25.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Orick Elementary Orick | 33.3 mi | — |
| Jack Norton Elementary Hoopa | 33.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95531 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,817
Median Home Value
$323,600
Median Rent
$1,202/mo
Population
22,491
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crescent Elk Middle
What grades does Crescent Elk Middle serve?
Crescent Elk Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Crescent Elk Middle?
Crescent Elk Middle has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crescent Elk Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Crescent Elk Middle is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crescent Elk Middle rank in CA?
Crescent Elk Middle ranks #7,934 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Crescent Elk Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Crescent Elk Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Crescent Elk Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crescent Elk Middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Crescent Elk Middle a charter school?
No, Crescent Elk Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crescent Elk Middle a Title I school?
No, Crescent Elk Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crescent Elk Middle?
74.8% of students at Crescent Elk Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 527
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Del Norte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (707) 464-0320
Resources & Links
District
Del Norte County Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,427
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,219
- District Rank
- #7 of 11
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