Best Schools in Waelder, Texas
1 schools · 1 Other
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Waelder School
Other · Waelder ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$214,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$214,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Waelder
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waelder School | 4.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.7/10
- Median household income
- $51,029
- Median home value
- $214,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Waelder compares
Median household income
$51k
69% of Texas median
About Schools in Waelder, Texas
Waelder, Texas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 4.7 out of 10, schools in Waelder show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Waelder is Waelder School with a composite score of 4.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waelder is served by 1 school district: WAELDER ISD. These districts collectively serve 297 students.
Waelder's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,029. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 297 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.7 |
Schools in Waelder
Waelder, Texas · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$51,029
Median Home Value
$214,800
Median Rent
$832/mo
Population
1,401
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Waelder has a median household income of $51,029. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $214,800, with a median rent of $832/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Waelder, Texas
How many schools are in Waelder, Texas?
Waelder has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waelder, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waelder is 4.7 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 Waelder, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Waelder on MySchoolScout is Waelder School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Waelder, Texas?
Waelder is served by 1 school district: Waelder ISD.
What is the education level in Waelder, Texas?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Waelder have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waelder, Texas?
The median household income in Waelder is approximately $51,029 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waelder, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waelder is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waelder, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives 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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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.