Lawrence W Cross Middle School
827 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Lawrence W. Cross Middle School, located in Tucson, Arizona, is part of the Amphitheater Public Schools district. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is committed to fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for the transition to high school by offering a blend of rigorous core subjects, such as mathematics, science, and language arts, alongside a variety of elective options that encourage creativity and exploration.
The school places a strong emphasis on community and student engagement, often hosting extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs that help students build connections and explore their interests outside of the classroom. With a focus on technology integration and collaborative learning, Lawrence W. Cross Middle School strives to equip its students with the essential skills needed for success in the 21st century. By maintaining a balance between high academic standards and a nurturing school culture, the institution aims to help every student reach their full potential within a safe and inclusive environment.
The school places a strong emphasis on community and student engagement, often hosting extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs that help students build connections and explore their interests outside of the classroom. With a focus on technology integration and collaborative learning, Lawrence W. Cross Middle School strives to equip its students with the essential skills needed for success in the 21st century. By maintaining a balance between high academic standards and a nurturing school culture, the institution aims to help every student reach their full potential within a safe and inclusive environment.
827
Total Students
44.1
Full-Time Teachers
18.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 477 |
| Hispanic | 261 |
| Black | 17 |
| Asian | 19 |
| Two or More | 40 |
| American Indian | 10 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White477 (57.7%)
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Hispanic261 (31.6%)
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Two or More40 (4.8%)
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Asian19 (2.3%)
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Black17 (2.1%)
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American Indian10 (1.2%)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Amphitheater Unified District (4406) |
| Phone: | (520)696-5920 |
| Website: | http://www.amphi.com/cross |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 827 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 44.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
271
Grade 7
276
Grade 8
280
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 271 |
| Grade 7 | 276 |
| Grade 8 | 280 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 400 | 48.4% |
| Male | 427 | 51.6% |
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