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#787 of 1,284 schools in KY
Crosby Middle
Middle School · Jefferson County
303 Gatehouse Lane, Louisville, KY 40243
Enrollment
887
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
887
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#787 of 1,284
In Louisville
#46 of 147
public schools
In district
#48 of 149
Jefferson County
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Crosby Middle
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About Crosby Middle
Crosby Middle is a public middle school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Crosby Middle serves approximately 887 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Crosby Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #787 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Crosby Middle show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Crosby 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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Crosby Middle — Students at Crosby Middle score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Crosby Middle Compares
See how Crosby 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
303 Gatehouse Lane, Louisville, KY 40243
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crosby Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Anchorage Independent Public School (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Anchorage), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUMMIT ACADEMY OF GREATER LOUISVILLE (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tully Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Louisville | 0.7 mi | — |
| SUMMIT ACADEMY OF GREATER LOUISVILLE Louisville | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Middletown Elementary Louisville | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Mary Jo and William MacDonald Maryhurst Louisville | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Anchorage Independent Public School Anchorage | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Eastern High Louisville | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Bellewood Louisville | 2.0 mi | — |
| Hite Elementary Louisville | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Cochrane Elementary Louisville | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Lowe Elementary Louisville | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Bowen Elementary Louisville | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| ACADEMY FOR INDIVIDUAL EXCELLENCE Louisville | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Jeffersontown High Louisville | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Tully Elementary Louisville | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Louisville | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Alex R. Kennedy Elementary Louisville | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Zachary Taylor Elementary Louisville | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| The Phoenix School of Discovery Louisville | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Westport Early Childhood Center Louisville | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| The Brook-KMI Louisville | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,859
Median Home Value
$297,900
Median Rent
$1,260/mo
Population
12,049
College Educated
51.5%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
47.8
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| Knight Middle Louisville, KY | 5.8 |
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| Rector A. Jones Middle School Florence, KY | 5.8 |
| Robert D. Campbell Jr. High Winchester, KY | 5.8 |
| Spencer County Middle School Taylorsville, KY | 5.8 |
| Tates Creek Middle School Lexington, KY | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crosby Middle
What grades does Crosby Middle serve?
Crosby Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Crosby Middle?
Crosby Middle has an enrollment of approximately 887 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crosby Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Crosby Middle is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crosby Middle rank in KY?
Crosby Middle ranks #787 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Crosby Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Crosby Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Crosby Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crosby Middle has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Crosby Middle a charter school?
No, Crosby Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crosby Middle a Title I school?
No, Crosby Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crosby Middle?
42.8% of students at Crosby 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 887
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.2%
- Phone
- (502) 485-8235
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County- District Enrollment
- 94,793
- Schools in District
- 171
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,200
- District Rank
- #48 of 149
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