Serving 823 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cromack - Castaneda Elementary 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 823 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School's student population of 823 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
823 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Cromack - Castaneda Elementary 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 Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#2763 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School's ranking?
Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School is ranked #2763 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School?
823 students attend Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School?
Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School offer ?
Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School part of?
Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School located?
Cromack - Castaneda Elementary School is located in the Southmost neighborhood of Brownsville, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Southmost.
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