CANCRYN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
686 Students
Middle School 4th - 8th
School Overview
Cancryn Junior High School, officially known as the **Addelita Cancryn Junior High School**, is a prominent public secondary educational institution located in the Crown Bay area of Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas, in the U.S. Virgin Islands. As part of the St. Thomas-St. John District, the school serves students in grades 7 through 9, acting as a crucial bridge between primary education and high school. The school is named in honor of Addelita Cancryn, a highly respected Virgin Islands educator and community leader, and it has long served as a focal point for academic and social development within the local community.
The school is situated near the waterfront, giving it a strategic location in one of the island's busiest sectors. Over the years, the institution has faced challenges typical of the region, including the necessity for infrastructure improvements following major weather events like Hurricanes Irma and Maria. Despite these hurdles, the school continues to offer a comprehensive curriculum that encompasses core subjects, arts, and extracurricular activities, aiming to prepare its student body for success in secondary education and beyond. It remains a foundational part of the public school system in the Virgin Islands, committed to fostering student growth in a culturally diverse environment.
The school is situated near the waterfront, giving it a strategic location in one of the island's busiest sectors. Over the years, the institution has faced challenges typical of the region, including the necessity for infrastructure improvements following major weather events like Hurricanes Irma and Maria. Despite these hurdles, the school continues to offer a comprehensive curriculum that encompasses core subjects, arts, and extracurricular activities, aiming to prepare its student body for success in secondary education and beyond. It remains a foundational part of the public school system in the Virgin Islands, committed to fostering student growth in a culturally diverse environment.
686
Total Students
62.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic | 136 |
| Black | 529 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 1 |
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Black529 (77.1 %)
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Hispanic136 (19.8 %)
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White16 (2.3 %)
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Asian4 (0.6 %)
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Two or More1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Saint Thomas - Saint John School District |
| Phone: | (340)774-4540 |
| Grade Range: | 4th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 686 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 62.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | N/A |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | N/A |
Grades Taught
Grade 4
77
Grade 5
119
Grade 6
96
Grade 7
189
Grade 8
205
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 4 | 77 |
| Grade 5 | 119 |
| Grade 6 | 96 |
| Grade 7 | 189 |
| Grade 8 | 205 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 325 | 47.4% |
| Male | 361 | 52.6% |
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Charter School
507 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th