Below Average
#6716 of 8,552 schools in TX
Thomas Buzbee Vocational School
High School · RAVEN SCHOOL
143 FOREST SERVICE RD 233, New Waverly, TX 77358
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,716 of 8,552
In New Waverly
#5 of 5
public schools
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Thomas Buzbee Vocational School
High School in New Waverly · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thomas Buzbee Vocational School
Thomas Buzbee Vocational School is a public high school in New Waverly, TX, part of RAVEN SCHOOL. Thomas Buzbee Vocational School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Buzbee Vocational School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,716 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas Buzbee Vocational School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Thomas Buzbee Vocational School 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 Thomas Buzbee Vocational School 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, Thomas Buzbee Vocational School 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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Thomas Buzbee Vocational School — Students at Thomas Buzbee Vocational School score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 7.5/10.
How Thomas Buzbee Vocational School Compares
See how Thomas Buzbee Vocational School 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
143 FOREST SERVICE RD 233, New Waverly, TX 77358
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas Buzbee Vocational School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW WAVERLY H S (rated 7.2/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILLIS H S (rated 4.7/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Willis), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Waverly, see our New Waverly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW WAVERLY EL New Waverly | 4.2 mi | 8.5 |
| NEW WAVERLY H S New Waverly | 4.4 mi | 7.2 |
| NEW WAVERLY INT New Waverly | 4.4 mi | 6.5 |
| NEW WAVERLY J H New Waverly | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| LYNN LUCAS MIDDLE Willis | 8.5 mi | 3.0 |
| C C HARDY EL Willis | 8.7 mi | 3.8 |
| ROARK EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Willis | 8.7 mi | 3.3 |
| STUBBLEFIELD ACADEMY Willis | 8.9 mi | — |
| PARMLEY EL Willis | 8.9 mi | 4.8 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - HUNTSVILLE Lewisville | 10.1 mi | 5.0 |
| EDWARD B CANNAN EL Willis | 9.8 mi | 3.9 |
| STEWART EL Huntsville | 10.5 mi | 2.7 |
| MADELEY RANCH EL Montgomery | 10.5 mi | 7.8 |
| TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOLS - WILLIS CAMPUS Austin | 10.3 mi | — |
| W LLOYD MEADOR EL Willis | 10.8 mi | 6.4 |
| TOMORROW'S PROMISE Huntsville | 11.0 mi | — |
| ROBERT P BRABHAM MIDDLE Willis | 10.8 mi | 4.1 |
| TURNER EL Willis | 11.1 mi | 6.3 |
| WILLIS H S Willis | 11.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ALPHA OMEGA ACADEMY Huntsville | 11.5 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77358 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,018
Median Home Value
$219,000
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
5,565
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
75.8%
Avg Commute
34.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
41.1
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| ANDREWS EDUCATION CENTER Andrews, TX | 4.6 |
| CHAVEZ EXCEL ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 4.6 |
| LYNDON B JOHNSON DAEP Grand Prairie, TX | 4.6 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL-CANYON Lewisville, TX | 4.6 |
| TULOSO-MIDWAY ACADEMIC CAREER CENTER Corpus Christi, TX | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas Buzbee Vocational School
What grades does Thomas Buzbee Vocational School serve?
Thomas Buzbee Vocational School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Thomas Buzbee Vocational School?
Thomas Buzbee Vocational School has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Buzbee Vocational School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Buzbee Vocational School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas Buzbee Vocational School rank in TX?
Thomas Buzbee Vocational School ranks #6,716 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Thomas Buzbee Vocational School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas Buzbee Vocational School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Thomas Buzbee Vocational School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas Buzbee Vocational School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Thomas Buzbee Vocational School a charter school?
Yes, Thomas Buzbee Vocational School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Thomas Buzbee Vocational School a Title I school?
No, Thomas Buzbee Vocational School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas Buzbee Vocational School?
91.7% of students at Thomas Buzbee Vocational School 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Walker County
- Phone
- (936) 344-6677
- 4-Year Graduation
- 15.0%
Resources & Links
District
RAVEN SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 36
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,589
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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