Cross Elementary School serves 707 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
707 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cross Elementary School is 0.47, 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
70%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Cross Elementary School?
707 students attend Cross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cross Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% 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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