The data is based on the schools with the highest number of violent crimes, which for this purpose include rape, murder/manslaughter, robbery, and/or aggravated assault. They looked specifically at incidents that took place from 2019 to 2021.
I wouldn't be fully comfortable visiting these Texas places after dark. Although part of me would--depends on how brave I'm feeling on any particular day.
But no matter where you're driving, please 'drive like ya know each other.' And put the phone down, please. We want you to get where you're going SAFELY.
Some of the people moving here, and even those native Texans that have been here their entire lives may find themselves looking for more affordable places to live in the Lone Star State.