Needs Improvement
#8328 of 8,552 schools in TX
La Vega EL
Elementary School · LA VEGA ISD
3100 WHEELER ST, Waco, TX 76705
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
2.9
Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
2.9
Grades
1st – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,328 of 8,552
In Waco
#43 of 46
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
LA VEGA ISD
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La Vega EL
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About La Vega EL
La Vega EL is a public elementary school in Waco, TX, part of LA VEGA ISD. La Vega EL serves approximately 672 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. La Vega EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,328 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for La Vega EL show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.5
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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La Vega EL — Students at La Vega EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
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: 1.4/10.
How La Vega EL Compares
See how La Vega 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
3100 WHEELER ST, Waco, TX 76705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Vega EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PAULS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CONNALLY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 6.1/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LA VEGA PRI PHIL BANCALE CAMPUS (rated 4.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waco, see our Waco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LA VEGA H S Waco | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| BILL LOGUE DETENTION CENTER Waco | 0.8 mi | — |
| CHALLENGE ACADEMY Waco | 1.2 mi | — |
| LA VEGA PRI PHIL BANCALE CAMPUS Waco | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| LA VEGA INT H P MILES CAMPUS Waco | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| J H HINES EL Waco | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| G W CARVER MIDDLE Waco | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| G L WILEY OPPORTUNITY CENTER Waco | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| QUINN CAMPUS PUBLIC MIDDLE Waco | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| PAUL AND JANE MEYER PUBLIC H S Waco | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| AUDRE AND BERNARD RAPOPORT ACADEMY Waco | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| LA VEGA J H GEORGE DIXON CAMPUS Waco | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| PARKVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waco | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| KENDRICK EL Waco | 2.9 mi | 3.3 |
| CONNALLY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Waco | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| CONNALLY HIGH SCHOOL Waco | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
| CONNALLY EL Waco | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| LIVE OAK CLASSICAL SCHOOL Waco | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Waco | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| BROOK AVENUE EL Waco | 3.3 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,881
Median Home Value
$167,000
Median Rent
$941/mo
Population
31,750
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
35
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| BANE EL Houston, TX | 2.9 |
| CALDWOOD EL Beaumont, TX | 2.9 |
| CODY EL San Antonio, TX | 2.9 |
| ELOISE JAPHET ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 2.9 |
| GONZALES EL Odessa, TX | 2.9 |
| HALEY J EL Irving, TX | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Vega EL
What grades does La Vega EL serve?
La Vega EL serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.
How many students attend La Vega EL?
La Vega EL has an enrollment of approximately 672 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Vega EL?
The student-teacher ratio at La Vega EL is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does La Vega EL rank in TX?
La Vega EL ranks #8,328 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is La Vega EL's MySchoolScout rating?
La Vega EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 La Vega EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, La Vega EL has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is La Vega EL a charter school?
No, La Vega EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Vega EL a Title I school?
No, La Vega EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for La Vega EL?
89.9% of students at La Vega 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
- 1st – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 672
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- McLennan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.6%
- Phone
- (254) 799-1721
Resources & Links
District
LA VEGA ISD- District Enrollment
- 3,120
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,833
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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