Cross Elementary School serves 803 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cross Elementary School's student population of 803 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
803 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cross Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
67%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
4%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Cross Elementary School?
803 students attend Cross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cross Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cross Elementary School?
Cross Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cross Elementary School offer ?
Cross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cross Elementary School part of?
Cross Elementary School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cross Elementary School located?
Cross Elementary School is located in the Towne Crossing neighborhood of Mesquite, TX.
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