Best Schools in Waco, Texas
61 schools in the directory · 29 Elementary · 7 Middle · 13 High · 12 Other
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Bosqueville EL
Elementary · Bosqueville ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Woodway EL
Elementary · Midway ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Lake Air Montessori School
Elementary · Waco ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Waco are Bosqueville EL (9.2/10), Woodway EL (8.7/10), and Lake Air Montessori School (8.5/10), among 44 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored.
Schools
61
52 public · 9 private
Avg Score
5.9
44 public schools · out of 10
Districts
13
serving the city
Schools
61
52 public · 9 private
Avg Score
5.9
44 public schools · out of 10
Districts
13
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 71% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Waco public schools in the current comparison.
STAAR proficiency rose +8.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Waco public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Waco
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (Top 10 of 44 rated schools; 61 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bosqueville EL | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Woodway EL | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Lake Air Montessori School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | South Bosque EL | 8.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Speegleville EL | 7.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Midway H S | 7.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Paul and Jane Meyer Public H S | 7.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Provident Heights EL | 7.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Alta Vista EL | 7.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Audre and Bernard Rapoport Academy | 7.3 / 10 |
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About Schools in Waco, Texas
Waco, Texas is home to 61 schools, including 52 public schools and 9 private schools. The city's schools span 29 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 13 high schools.
The 44 public schools in this comparison average 5.9 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Bosqueville EL with a composite score of 9.2/10.
Waco is served by 13 school districts. These districts collectively serve 47,886 students.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
29 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 329 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.2 |
| 2 | 559 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 711 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.5 |
| 4 | 564 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.4 |
| 5 | 267 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 6 | 398 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
| 7 | 399 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.3 |
| 8 | 528 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 9 | 781 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 10 | 433 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
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Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 438 students · 7th–8th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 258 students · 5th–8th | 6.4 |
| 3 | 947 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
| 4 | 634 students · 4th–6th | 4.5 |
| 5 | 173 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
| 6 | 776 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
| 7 | 813 students · 6th–8th | 3.0 |
High Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,730 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 227 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
| 3 | 221 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
| 4 | 90 students · 6th–12th | 6.0 |
| 5 | 30 students · 8th–12th | 5.8 |
| 6 | 621 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
| 7 | 877 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
| 8 | 1,778 students · 9th–12th | 4.1 |
| 9 | 1,750 students · 9th–12th | 3.9 |
| 10 | 100 students · 9th–12th | 3.5 |
Show all 13 high schools in Waco
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
12 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 269 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 77 students · 1st–12th | 6.1 | ||
| 3 | 3 students · 7th–11th | — | ||
| 4 | 7 students · 8th–11th | — | ||
| 5 | 1 students · 9th–9th | — | ||
| 6 | 2 students · 8th–10th | — | ||
| 7 | 3 students · 8th–10th | — | ||
Private Schools5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Eagle Christian AcademyPrivate 147 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Live Oak Classical SchoolPrivate 446 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 257 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 12 other schools in Waco
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Schools in Waco
Waco, Texas · 61 schools
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 29
- Middle
- 7
- High
- 13
- Other
- 12
Resources
School Districts (13)
RAPOPORT ACADEMY PUBLIC SCHOOL
3 schools · 884 students
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL
18 schools · 509 students
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLS - NORTH TEXAS
16 schools · 10,272 students
BOSQUEVILLE ISD
3 schools · 723 students
CHINA SPRING ISD
7 schools · 3,037 students
CONNALLY ISD
6 schools · 2,289 students
GHOLSON ISD
2 schools · 270 students
HALLSBURG ISD
1 school · 145 students
LA VEGA ISD
5 schools · 3,120 students
LORENA ISD
5 schools · 1,858 students
MIDWAY ISD
11 schools · 8,849 students
ROBINSON ISD
6 schools · 2,413 students
WACO ISD
24 schools · 13,517 students
Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Waco, Texas
How many schools are in Waco, Texas?
Waco has 61 schools, including 52 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waco, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 44 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Waco is 5.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Waco, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Waco on MySchoolScout is Bosqueville EL with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Waco, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Waco on MySchoolScout is Bosqueville EL with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Waco, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Waco on MySchoolScout is La Vega J H George Dixon Campus with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Waco, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Waco on MySchoolScout is Midway H S with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Waco, Texas?
Waco is served by 13 school districts: Rapoport Academy Public School, University of Texas University Charter School, Harmony Public Schools - North Texas, Bosqueville ISD, China Spring ISD, Connally ISD, Gholson ISD, Hallsburg ISD, La Vega ISD, Lorena ISD, Midway ISD, Robinson ISD, Waco ISD.
Are there private schools in Waco, Texas?
Yes, Waco has 9 private schools alongside 52 public schools. The top-rated private school is Eagle Christian Academy with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waco, Texas?
Among 44 public schools in Waco that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waco, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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