Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Waco Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Waco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Waco Elementary School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
South Waco Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Waco Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#7944 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
37%
54%
Black
51%
13%
White
5%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Waco Elementary School's ranking?
South Waco Elementary School is ranked #7944 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend South Waco Elementary School?
490 students attend South Waco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of South Waco Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Waco Elementary School?
South Waco Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Waco Elementary School offer ?
South Waco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Waco Elementary School part of?
South Waco Elementary School is part of Waco Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is South Waco Elementary School located?
South Waco Elementary School is located in the Alta Vista neighborhood of Waco, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Alta Vista.
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