Serving 13 students in grades 6-8, Crossroads Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crossroads Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Crossroads Middle School's student population of 13 students has grown by 85% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
13 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving for Excellence
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Crossroads Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crossroads Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#990 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
Black
15%
32%
White
77%
31%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
60%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossroads Middle School's ranking?
Crossroads Middle School is ranked #990 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Crossroads Middle School often compared to?
Crossroads Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Crossroads Middle School?
13 students attend Crossroads Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Crossroads Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crossroads Middle School?
Crossroads Middle School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crossroads Middle School offer ?
Crossroads Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crossroads Middle School part of?
Crossroads Middle School is part of Carroll County School District.
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