For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 364 students in Cross Plains, TX.
The top ranked public schools in Cross Plains, TX are Cross Plains Elementary School and Cross Plains High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cross Plains, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Cross Plains have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cross Plains, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cross Plains Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 N Main
Cross Plains, TX 76443
(254) 725-6123
Cross Plains, TX 76443
(254) 725-6123
Grades: PK-6
| 212 students
Rank: #22.
Cross Plains High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 N Main
Cross Plains, TX 76443
(254) 725-6121
Cross Plains, TX 76443
(254) 725-6121
Grades: 7-12
| 152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Cross Plains, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Cross Plains, TX include Cross Plains Elementary School and Cross Plains High School.
How many public schools are located in Cross Plains?
2 public schools are located in Cross Plains.
What is the racial composition of students in Cross Plains?
Cross Plains public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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