Needs Improvement
#7728 of 8,552 schools in TX
Cromack EL
Elementary School · BROWNSVILLE ISD
3200 E 30TH ST, Brownsville, TX 78521
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,728 of 8,552
In Brownsville
#63 of 66
public schools
In district
#50 of 51
BROWNSVILLE ISD
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Cromack EL
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About Cromack EL
Cromack EL is a public elementary school in Brownsville, TX, part of BROWNSVILLE ISD. Cromack EL serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cromack EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,728 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cromack EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Cromack EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cromack EL — Students at Cromack EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Cromack EL Compares
See how Cromack EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3200 E 30TH ST, Brownsville, TX 78521
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cromack EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GARZA EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GONZALEZ EL (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTHMOST EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CASTANEDA EL Brownsville | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| DEL CASTILLO EL Brownsville | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| PORTER EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| FAULK MIDDLE Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| CANALES EL Brownsville | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL Brownsville | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| GARZA EL Brownsville | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| OLIVEIRA MIDDLE Brownsville | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| EGLY EL Brownsville | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| GUADALUPE REGIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CHAMPION EL Brownsville | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| SOUTHMOST EL Brownsville | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PEREZ EL Brownsville | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| PERKINS MIDDLE Brownsville | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| BROWNSVILLE EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| PUTEGNAT EL Brownsville | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| BESTEIRO MIDDLE Brownsville | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| HANNA EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| AIKEN EL Brownsville | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| GONZALEZ EL Brownsville | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,276
Median Home Value
$90,500
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
87,860
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
30.6%
Median Age
31.5
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| BLUEBONNET EL Lockhart, TX | 3.8 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Round Rock, TX | 3.8 |
| BOWIE EL Greenville, TX | 3.8 |
| CAPISTRANO EL El Paso, TX | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cromack EL
What grades does Cromack EL serve?
Cromack EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cromack EL?
Cromack EL has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cromack EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Cromack EL is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cromack EL rank in TX?
Cromack EL ranks #7,728 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cromack EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Cromack EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cromack EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cromack EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cromack EL a charter school?
No, Cromack EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cromack EL a Title I school?
No, Cromack EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cromack EL?
95.2% of students at Cromack EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (956) 548-8820
Resources & Links
District
BROWNSVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,065
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,041
- District Rank
- #50 of 51
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