The top reported proficiency rate is 31% in Science. The lowest is 5% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Crescent Ms
Crescent Middle School serves seventh and eighth graders in the rural town of Crescent, Oklahoma, as part of the Crescent public school district. With a student body of just under one hundred, the school is small enough that most families would know one another. The demographics are predominantly White, with a notable share of American Indian students and a smaller representation of Black students; other racial groups make up a thin slice of the enrollment. Data on the share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price meals, special education services, or English learner support is not reported in the available records, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about these aspects of student need.
State assessment results from the most recent year show low rates of proficiency in core subjects. In mathematics, the fraction of students scoring at or above the proficient level was in the single digits for the grades where results were reported, and one grade’s result was suppressed for privacy because of a very small testing group. In English language arts, roughly one in ten students met the proficiency bar, though the eighth-grade rate was slightly higher. Science performance was a relative bright spot, with about three in ten eighth graders proficient, though that still leaves the majority not meeting the target. These figures place the school’s overall academic performance in the bottom quarter of districts within Logan County, a five-district comparison set. It is worth noting that state testing data also includes results for a grade level not enrolled at this school, which may reflect a data reporting nuance; a family would do well to ask the school for clarification on how these numbers align with its actual grade configuration.
As a middle school, Crescent does not have a graduation rate, and chronic absenteeism data is unavailable. The absence of such information limits a full picture of student engagement and support, though that is common for schools of this size.
Crescent itself is a small, predominantly residential rural community in Logan County, part of the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Its economy has historically been tied to agriculture and light industry, and many residents commute to Guthrie or Oklahoma City for work. The town has a compact historic downtown and very limited walkability; there is no public transit. Housing values in the area are lower than the state average and have been flat in the short term, making the community a relatively affordable entry point for homebuyers, though renting is more economical than buying under current mortgage rates. The population has been stable for decades, with no major growth or new development evident in public records.
No information about special academic programs, after-school offerings, or course access was available for this school. Similarly, we looked for recent initiatives or changes from the Crescent district but found nothing publicly reported. A family interested in advanced coursework or enrichment may need to contact the school directly to learn what is available beyond the core curriculum.
Crescent Middle School is a straightforward, small-town option. Its academic numbers are low relative to other county districts, and the available data leaves several practical questions about student supports and programming unanswered. For a family that values a close-knit school environment and is prepared to engage with the school on these gaps, it could be a fit worth exploring.
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