Best 79731 Texas Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 886 students in 79731, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79731, TX are Crane Elementary School and Crane Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 79731 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 79731, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 79731, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crane Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
300 W 7th St
Crane, TX 79731
(432) 558-1050
Gr: PK-5 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Crane Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
302 W 10th St
Crane, TX 79731
(432) 558-1040
Gr: 6-8 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 79731, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 79731, TX include Crane Elementary School and Crane Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 79731?
2 public elementary schools are located in 79731.
What is the racial composition of students in 79731?
79731 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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