For the 2026 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 50% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cross Plains Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | 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
Gr: PK-6 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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
Gr: 7-12 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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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