Best Cross City Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 691 students in Cross City, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Cross City, FL is James M. Anderson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cross City, FL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cross City have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Cross City, FL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James M. Anderson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
815 Se 351 Hwy
Cross City, FL 32628
(352) 541-6251
Gr: PK-6 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
16077 Se Hwy 19, Bldg 2
Cross City, FL 32628
(352) 541-6335
Gr: K-12 | 7 students
Rank: n/an/a
16077 Se Hwy 19, Bldg 2
Cross City, FL 32628
(352) 541-6335
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Kinder Cub School Inc
Charter School
149 Ne 221st Ave
Cross City, FL 32628
(352) 498-0002
Gr: PK-2 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 31%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Cross City, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Cross City, FL include James M. Anderson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cross City?
4 public elementary schools are located in Cross City.
What is the racial composition of students in Cross City?
Cross City public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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