Serving 608 students in grades 7-8, Cross Keys Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross Keys Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cross Keys Middle School's student population of 608 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Cross Keys Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cross Keys Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1994 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
88%
15%
White
5%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cross Keys Middle School's ranking?
Cross Keys Middle School is ranked #1994 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Cross Keys Middle School often compared to?
Cross Keys Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brentwood Middle School, Crestview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Cross Keys Middle School?
608 students attend Cross Keys Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cross Keys Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cross Keys Middle School?
Cross Keys Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cross Keys Middle School offer ?
Cross Keys Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cross Keys Middle School part of?
Cross Keys Middle School is part of Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District.
In what neighborhood is Cross Keys Middle School located?
Cross Keys Middle School is located in the Cross Keys neighborhood of Florissant, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Cross Keys.
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