Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Crosby Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crosby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crosby Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Crosby Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crosby Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#6867 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
50%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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
What is Crosby Elementary School's ranking?
Crosby Elementary School is ranked #6867 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Crosby Elementary School often compared to?
Crosby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackburn Elementary School, Barbara Walker Elementary School, Lewis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Crosby Elementary School?
480 students attend Crosby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Crosby Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crosby Elementary School?
Crosby Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crosby Elementary School offer ?
Crosby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Crosby Elementary School part of?
Crosby Elementary School is part of Forney Independent School District.
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