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#6199 of 8,552 schools in TX
Cesar Chavez Middle
Middle School · WACO ISD
700 S 15TH ST, Waco, TX 76706
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,199 of 8,552
In Waco
#20 of 46
public schools
In district
#9 of 23
WACO ISD
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About Cesar Chavez Middle
Cesar Chavez Middle is a public middle school in Waco, TX, part of WACO ISD. Cesar Chavez Middle serves approximately 813 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cesar Chavez Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,199 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cesar Chavez Middle show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cesar Chavez Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
34% of students at Cesar Chavez Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cesar Chavez Middle — Students at Cesar Chavez Middle score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.2%
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: 6.1/10.
How Cesar Chavez Middle Compares
See how Cesar Chavez Middle 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
700 S 15TH ST, Waco, TX 76706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cesar Chavez Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. G W CARVER MIDDLE (rated 5.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, QUINN CAMPUS PUBLIC MIDDLE (rated 4.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Waco, see our Waco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BELL'S HILL EL Waco | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL WACO Waco | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| LIVE OAK CLASSICAL SCHOOL Waco | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| WACO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Waco | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Waco | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| KENDRICK EL Waco | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| WEST AVENUE EL Waco | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - WACO Beverly Hills | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| SOUTH WACO EL Waco | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| PROVIDENT HEIGHTS EL Waco | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| BROOK AVENUE EL Waco | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| QUINN CAMPUS PUBLIC MIDDLE Waco | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| PAUL AND JANE MEYER PUBLIC H S Waco | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| ALTA VISTA EL Waco | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| G L WILEY OPPORTUNITY CENTER Waco | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| J H HINES EL Waco | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME Waco | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| REICHER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Waco | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| G W CARVER MIDDLE Waco | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Waco | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,277
Median Home Value
$180,600
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
40,668
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
38.9%
Avg Commute
17.3 min
Poverty Rate
32.4%
Median Age
23.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARMSTRONG MIDDLE Plano, TX | 5.2 |
| BREWER MIDDLE White Settlement, TX | 5.2 |
| CROWLEY MIDDLE Fort Worth, TX | 5.2 |
| ELGIN INT Elgin, TX | 5.2 |
| MCMATH MIDDLE Denton, TX | 5.2 |
| PLAINVIEW INT Plainview, TX | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cesar Chavez Middle
What grades does Cesar Chavez Middle serve?
Cesar Chavez Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Middle?
Cesar Chavez Middle has an enrollment of approximately 813 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cesar Chavez Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Cesar Chavez Middle is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cesar Chavez Middle rank in TX?
Cesar Chavez Middle ranks #6,199 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cesar Chavez Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Cesar Chavez Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Cesar Chavez Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cesar Chavez Middle has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cesar Chavez Middle a charter school?
No, Cesar Chavez Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cesar Chavez Middle a Title I school?
No, Cesar Chavez Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cesar Chavez Middle?
94.2% of students at Cesar Chavez Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 813
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- McLennan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (254) 750-3736
Resources & Links
District
WACO ISD- District Enrollment
- 13,517
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,294
- District Rank
- #9 of 23
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