Excellent
#1221 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 14% in state
Based on limited data
Chapel Park EL
Elementary School · MIDWAY ISD
9400 CHAPEL RD, Waco, TX 76712
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,221 of 8,552
In Waco
#5 of 46
public schools
In district
#5 of 11
MIDWAY ISD
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Chapel Park EL
Elementary School in Waco · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Chapel Park EL
Chapel Park EL is a public elementary school in Waco, TX, part of MIDWAY ISD. Chapel Park EL serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Chapel Park EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,221 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Chapel Park EL show 67% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Chapel Park EL — Students at Chapel Park EL score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How Chapel Park EL Compares
See how Chapel Park EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9400 CHAPEL RD, Waco, TX 76712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chapel Park EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BOSQUE EL (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SPRING VALLEY EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Hewitt), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WOODWAY EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Waco, see our Waco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HEWITT EL Hewitt | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| MIDWAY MIDDLE Hewitt | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MIDWAY H S Waco | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| WOODWAY EL Waco | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| WOODWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Woodway | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| CASTLEMAN CREEK EL Hewitt | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| PARK HILL EL Hewitt | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| SOUTH BOSQUE EL Waco | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| SPRING VALLEY EL Hewitt | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| PARKDALE EL Waco | 3.3 mi | 2.5 |
| TENNYSON MIDDLE Waco | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| EAGLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waco | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACAD (WACO) Waco | 3.6 mi | 2.3 |
| MOUNTAINVIEW EL Waco | 4.2 mi | 3.7 |
| VALOR PREPARATORY ACADEMY Waco | 4.3 mi | 6.2 |
| CRESTVIEW EL Waco | 4.4 mi | 4.5 |
| WACO H S Waco | 4.7 mi | 4.9 |
| LAKE AIR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Waco | 4.8 mi | 5.8 |
| HILLCREST PDS MAGNET Waco | 5.1 mi | 5.3 |
| DEAN HIGHLAND EL Waco | 5.5 mi | 2.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,267
Median Home Value
$302,100
Median Rent
$1,333/mo
Population
28,719
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
39.9
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| AUSTIN EL Edinburg, TX | 8.2 |
| AXTELL EL Axtell, TX | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chapel Park EL
What grades does Chapel Park EL serve?
Chapel Park EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Chapel Park EL?
Chapel Park EL has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chapel Park EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Chapel Park 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 Chapel Park EL rank in TX?
Chapel Park EL ranks #1,221 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Chapel Park EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Chapel Park EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Chapel Park EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chapel Park EL has 67% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is Chapel Park EL a charter school?
No, Chapel Park EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chapel Park EL a Title I school?
No, Chapel Park EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chapel Park EL?
42.0% of students at Chapel Park 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
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- McLennan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.0%
- Phone
- (254) 761-5690
Resources & Links
District
MIDWAY ISD- District Enrollment
- 8,849
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,539
- District Rank
- #5 of 11
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