Cross Plains High School is a public high school located in Cross Plains, Texas, United States, classified as a 1A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is part of the Cross Plains Independent School District located in southeastern Callahan County.
Serving 152 students in grades 7-12, Cross Plains High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cross Plains High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cross Plains High School's student population of 152 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Engaging all students in partnership with family and community to become informed, compassionate, global citizens.
School Rankings
Cross Plains High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cross Plains High School is 0.31, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3556 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
81%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buffalo/lady Buffalo
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cross Plains High School's ranking?
Cross Plains High School is ranked #3556 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cross Plains High School?
The graduation rate of Cross Plains High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cross Plains High School?
152 students attend Cross Plains High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Cross Plains High School students are White, and 19% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cross Plains High School?
Cross Plains High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cross Plains High School offer ?
Cross Plains High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Cross Plains High School part of?
Cross Plains High School is part of Cross Plains Independent School District.
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