Charlie Marshall Elementary

Aransas Pass is a small coastal town on the Gulf Coast, sitting right along the Intercoastal Waterway where the fishing boats still outnumber the tourists — and Charlie Marshall Elementary reflects that tight-knit, working community feel. Families here are looking for a school that knows their kids by name, though the academics are a real challenge area, with math scores in particular sitting well below state averages. That said, stronger science scores suggest some bright spots, and families willing to be engaged partners in their child's education may find a supportive local school community that larger towns simply can't replicate.