Serving 786 students in grades 6-8, Cesar Chavez Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cesar Chavez Middle School serves the southeast part of Waco, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 24.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within the zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Middle School's student population of 786 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
786 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students to Thrive
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7445 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Middle School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is ranked #7445 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Middle School?
786 students attend Cesar Chavez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cesar Chavez Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Middle School?
Cesar Chavez Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Middle School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cesar Chavez Middle School part of?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is part of Waco Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar Chavez Middle School located?
Cesar Chavez Middle School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Waco, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
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