For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 1,872 students in Malakoff, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Malakoff, TX are Cross Roads J High School, Cross Roads High School and Malakoff Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Malakoff, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Malakoff have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Malakoff, TX (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cross Roads J High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14434 Fm 59
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-2667
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-2667
Gr: 6-8 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Cross Roads High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14434 Fm 59
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-1275
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-1275
Gr: 9-12 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Malakoff Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 N Terry
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-1964
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-1964
Gr: PK-4 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Malakoff J High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15201 Fm 3062
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-0264
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-0264
Gr: 7-8 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Cross Roads Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14434 Fm 59
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-1774
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-1774
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #66.
Malakoff High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14701 Fm 3062
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-1527
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-1527
Gr: 9-12 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
Malakoff Alternative Program (Map)
Alternative School
1209 W Royall Blvd
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-4132
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-4132
Gr: 2-12
Rank: n/an/a
106 N Cedar St
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-1968
Malakoff, TX 75148
(903) 489-1968
Gr: 5-6 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Malakoff, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Malakoff, TX include Cross Roads J High School, Cross Roads High School and Malakoff Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Malakoff?
9 public schools are located in Malakoff.
What is the racial composition of students in Malakoff?
Malakoff public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Malakoff are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Malakoff include: Malakoff Elementary School vs. Malakoff J High School, Cross Roads Elementary School vs. Cross Roads J High School, Cross Roads High School vs. Cross Roads J High School
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