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#358 of 883 private schools in TX
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Summit School Waco
Elementary School
1910 AUSTIN AVE, Waco, TX 76701
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#358 of 883
In Waco
#5 of 9
public schools
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Summit School Waco
Elementary School in Waco · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Summit School Waco
Summit School Waco is a private elementary school in Waco, TX. Summit School Waco serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit School Waco has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #358 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Summit School Waco 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.
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, Summit School Waco sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Summit School Waco is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Summit School Waco compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Waco, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Summit School Waco (this school) | 6.7 |
| BELL'S HILL EL | 5.6 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ MIDDLE | 5.2 |
| WEST AVENUE EL | 3.9 |
| PROVIDENT HEIGHTS EL | 4.9 |
| KENDRICK EL | 3.3 |
| BROOK AVENUE EL | 3.4 |
| DEAN HIGHLAND EL | 2.4 |
| METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME | 4.8 |
| CRESTVIEW EL | 4.5 |
| SOUTH WACO EL | 3.2 |
| ALTA VISTA EL | 3.2 |
| QUINN CAMPUS PUBLIC MIDDLE | 4.3 |
| G L WILEY OPPORTUNITY CENTER | 5.5 |
| J H HINES EL | 3.8 |
| G W CARVER MIDDLE | 5.8 |
| AUDRE AND BERNARD RAPOPORT ACADEMY | 3.2 |
| HILLCREST PDS MAGNET | 5.3 |
| LAKE AIR MONTESSORI SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| CEDAR RIDGE EL | 4.1 |
| TENNYSON MIDDLE | 6.8 |
Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in Waco
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1910 AUSTIN AVE, Waco, TX 76701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summit School Waco may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WACO MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST PAULS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BELL'S HILL EL (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Waco, see our Waco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WACO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Waco | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BELL'S HILL EL Waco | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ MIDDLE Waco | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| WEST AVENUE EL Waco | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| PROVIDENT HEIGHTS EL Waco | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| ST PAULS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Waco | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - WACO Beverly Hills | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| LIVE OAK CLASSICAL SCHOOL Waco | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| KENDRICK EL Waco | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| BROOK AVENUE EL Waco | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| REICHER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Waco | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME Waco | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Waco | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| DEAN HIGHLAND EL Waco | 1.8 mi | 2.4 |
| CHALLENGE ACADEMY Waco | 2.1 mi | — |
| CHALLENGE ACADEMY Waco | 2.1 mi | — |
| MCLENNAN COUNTY CHALLENGE ACADEMY Waco | 2.1 mi | — |
| CHALLENGE ACADEMY Waco | 2.1 mi | — |
| CHALLENGE ACADEMY Waco | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTH WACO EL Waco | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$24,593
Median Rent
$1,008/mo
Population
1,732
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
13.2%
Poverty Rate
40.2%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CAPITOL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin, TX | 6.7 |
| GUIDEPOST MONESSORI AT KATY Katy, TX | 6.7 |
| NORTHSIDE BAPTIST SCHOOL Victoria, TX | 6.7 |
| SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL Uvalde, TX | 6.7 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Edinburg, TX | 6.7 |
| LUEDERS-AVOCA EL/J H Lueders, TX | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summit School Waco
What grades does Summit School Waco serve?
Summit School Waco serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Summit School Waco?
Summit School Waco has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit School Waco?
The student-teacher ratio at Summit School Waco is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Summit School Waco rank in TX?
Summit School Waco ranks #358 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Summit School Waco's MySchoolScout rating?
Summit School Waco has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Summit School Waco a private school?
Yes, Summit School Waco is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Summit School Waco a religious school?
Summit School Waco has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- McLennan County
- Phone
- (254) 307-4665
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