Cross Plains EL

Cross Plains Elementary earns a composite score of 9.2 out of 10 — an "Exceptional" rating that places it among the top-tier public schools in Texas. A growth score of 9.6 points to strong student progress year over year, while an academic score of 8.5 reflects solid foundational instruction across grades. The two together describe a school that isn't just performing well on a snapshot — it's moving students forward consistently.

The school serves 212 students in prekindergarten through sixth grade as a regular public elementary. A student-teacher ratio of 11.8 to 1 keeps class sizes small, giving students consistent access to individual attention. The rankings make the performance concrete.

Cross Plains Elementary places 50th out of 4,678 elementary schools across Texas — and that advantage holds up outside the elementary category too. Among all 8,547 Texas public schools, it ranks 71st, outperforming 99% of schools in the state. For families evaluating options in Cross Plains, this is the top-rated school in the city and one of the strongest elementary programs Texas has to offer.

Located in a rural area, Cross Plains EL may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.