Below Average
#6677 of 8,552 schools in TX
Carl C Waitz EL
Elementary School · MISSION CISD
1201 BRYCE DR, Mission, TX 78572
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,677 of 8,552
In Mission
#62 of 65
public schools
In district
#20 of 22
MISSION CISD
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Carl C Waitz EL
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About Carl C Waitz EL
Carl C Waitz EL is a public elementary school in Mission, TX, part of MISSION CISD. Carl C Waitz EL serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Carl C Waitz EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,677 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Carl C Waitz EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Carl C Waitz EL — Students at Carl C Waitz EL score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How Carl C Waitz EL Compares
See how Carl C Waitz EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1201 BRYCE DR, Mission, TX 78572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carl C Waitz EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LLOYD M BENTSEN EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA NORTH MISSION ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR AMERICO PAREDES EL (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAQUEL CAVAZOS EL Mission | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| MISSION COLLEGIATE H S Alton | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| ALTON MEMORIAL J H Mission | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| CANTU EL Mission | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| DOMINGO TREVINO MIDDLE Alton | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ALTON EL Mission | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| HURLA M MIDKIFF EL Mission | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| HILDA C ESCOBAR/ALICIA C RIOS EL Mission | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| DIAZ-VILLARREAL EL Mission | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| IDEA PALMVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mission | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| IDEA PALMVIEW ACADEMY Mission | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| RAFAEL A CANTU J H Mission | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| MIMS EL Mission | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| VETERANS MEMORIAL H S Mission | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| LLOYD M BENTSEN EL Mission | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| LA JOYA PALMVIEW H S Mission | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| IDEA NORTH MISSION ACADEMY Mission | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA NORTH MISSION COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mission | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE Mission | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| DR AMERICO PAREDES EL Mission | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,029
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
78,197
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carl C Waitz EL
What grades does Carl C Waitz EL serve?
Carl C Waitz EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carl C Waitz EL?
Carl C Waitz EL has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carl C Waitz EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Carl C Waitz EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carl C Waitz EL rank in TX?
Carl C Waitz EL ranks #6,677 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Carl C Waitz EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Carl C Waitz EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carl C Waitz EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carl C Waitz EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carl C Waitz EL a charter school?
No, Carl C Waitz EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carl C Waitz EL a Title I school?
No, Carl C Waitz EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carl C Waitz EL?
97.5% of students at Carl C Waitz EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.4%
- Phone
- (956) 323-6600
Resources & Links
District
MISSION CISD- District Enrollment
- 14,068
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,955
- District Rank
- #20 of 22
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