Needs Improvement
#7899 of 8,552 schools in TX
Crystal City H S
High School · CRYSTAL CITY ISD
1116 N 7TH AVE, Crystal City, TX 78839
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,899 of 8,552
In Crystal City
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
CRYSTAL CITY ISD
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About Crystal City H S
Crystal City H S is a public high school in Crystal City, TX, part of CRYSTAL CITY ISD. Crystal City H S serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Crystal City H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,899 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Crystal City H S show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Crystal City H S 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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Crystal City H S — Students at Crystal City H S score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 2.9/10.
How Crystal City H S Compares
See how Crystal City H S 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
1116 N 7TH AVE, Crystal City, TX 78839
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crystal City H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LA PRYOR H S (rated 7.7/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby La Pryor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARRIZO SPRINGS H S (rated 6.5/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Carrizo Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Crystal City, see our Crystal City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
12 within 22.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STERLING H FLY JR H S Crystal City | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| BENITO JUAREZ EL Crystal City | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| DR TOMAS RIVERA EL Crystal City | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ZAVALA EL Crystal City | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| WINTERGARTEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Crystal City | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CARRIZO SPRINGS EL Carrizo Springs | 11.6 mi | 4.5 |
| CARRIZO SPRINGS INT Carrizo Springs | 11.7 mi | 5.3 |
| CARRIZO SPRINGS J H Carrizo Springs | 11.9 mi | 7.8 |
| CARRIZO SPRINGS H S Carrizo Springs | 12.0 mi | 6.5 |
| LA PRYOR EL La Pryor | 17.6 mi | 7.6 |
| LA PRYOR H S La Pryor | 17.7 mi | 7.7 |
| BATESVILLE SCHOOL Uvalde | 22.2 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78839 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,769
Median Home Value
$91,900
Median Rent
$448/mo
Population
7,333
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
69.6%
Poverty Rate
36.7%
Median Age
33.5
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| FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT H S OF INNOVATION Dallas, TX | 3.6 |
| LIBERTY H S Houston, TX | 3.6 |
| LYTLE H S Lytle, TX | 3.6 |
| ST AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOL Laredo, TX | 3.6 |
| LINCOLN HUMANITIES/COMMUNICATIONS MAGNET HIGH SCH Dallas, TX | 3.7 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON SOUTHWEST Houston, TX | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crystal City H S
What grades does Crystal City H S serve?
Crystal City H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Crystal City H S?
Crystal City H S has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crystal City H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Crystal City H S is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crystal City H S rank in TX?
Crystal City H S ranks #7,899 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Crystal City H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Crystal City H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Crystal City H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crystal City H S has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Crystal City H S a charter school?
No, Crystal City H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crystal City H S a Title I school?
No, Crystal City H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crystal City H S?
77.4% of students at Crystal City H S 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 521
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Zavala County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (830) 374-2341
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
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District
CRYSTAL CITY ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,716
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,196
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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