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#5733 of 8,552 schools in TX
G L Wiley Opportunity Center
School · WACO ISD
1030 E LIVE OAK ST, Waco, TX 76704
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,733 of 8,552
In Waco
#17 of 46
public schools
In district
#6 of 23
WACO ISD
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About G L Wiley Opportunity Center
G L Wiley Opportunity Center is a public school in Waco, TX, part of WACO ISD. G L Wiley Opportunity Center serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. G L Wiley Opportunity Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,733 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for G L Wiley Opportunity Center show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 77 students, G L Wiley Opportunity Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at G L Wiley Opportunity Center 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.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, G L Wiley Opportunity Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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G L Wiley Opportunity Center — Students at G L Wiley Opportunity Center score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average 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: 9.6/10.
How G L Wiley Opportunity Center Compares
See how G L Wiley Opportunity Center 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
1030 E LIVE OAK ST, Waco, TX 76704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering G L Wiley Opportunity Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. LIVE OAK CLASSICAL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PARKVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 4.9/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Waco, see our Waco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J H HINES EL Waco | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| QUINN CAMPUS PUBLIC MIDDLE Waco | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| PAUL AND JANE MEYER PUBLIC H S Waco | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| G W CARVER MIDDLE Waco | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CHALLENGE ACADEMY Waco | 0.8 mi | — |
| AUDRE AND BERNARD RAPOPORT ACADEMY Waco | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| KENDRICK EL Waco | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Waco | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| LIVE OAK CLASSICAL SCHOOL Waco | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| BROOK AVENUE EL Waco | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| BILL LOGUE DETENTION CENTER Waco | 1.9 mi | — |
| WEST AVENUE EL Waco | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME Waco | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| LA VEGA EL Waco | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ MIDDLE Waco | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| WACO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Waco | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL WACO Waco | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| LA VEGA H S Waco | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| BELL'S HILL EL Waco | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PARKVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waco | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$24,208
Median Home Value
$112,800
Median Rent
$788/mo
Population
7,387
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
33.4%
Poverty Rate
47.4%
Median Age
27.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DALLAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dallas, TX | 5.5 |
| KINGDOM COUNTRY ACADEMY Van Alstyne, TX | 5.5 |
| PUEBLOS ROYAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pasadena, TX | 5.5 |
| BRIDGEMARK CENTER FOR LEARNING Tyler, TX | 5.6 |
| LAKE TRAVIS STEM ACADEMY Cedar Park, TX | 5.6 |
| MID VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weslaco, TX | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about G L Wiley Opportunity Center
What grades does G L Wiley Opportunity Center serve?
G L Wiley Opportunity Center serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend G L Wiley Opportunity Center?
G L Wiley Opportunity Center has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at G L Wiley Opportunity Center?
The student-teacher ratio at G L Wiley Opportunity Center is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does G L Wiley Opportunity Center rank in TX?
G L Wiley Opportunity Center ranks #5,733 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is G L Wiley Opportunity Center's MySchoolScout rating?
G L Wiley Opportunity Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 G L Wiley Opportunity Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, G L Wiley Opportunity Center has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is G L Wiley Opportunity Center a charter school?
No, G L Wiley Opportunity Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is G L Wiley Opportunity Center a Title I school?
No, G L Wiley Opportunity Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for G L Wiley Opportunity Center?
96.1% of students at G L Wiley Opportunity Center 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
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 77
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- McLennan County
- Phone
- (254) 757-3829
Resources & Links
District
WACO ISD- District Enrollment
- 13,517
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,294
- District Rank
- #6 of 23
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