Serving 630 students in grades 1-3, La Vega Elementary 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LA VEGA EL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waco, TX, covering approximately 33.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Vega Elementary School's student population of 630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
630 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Vega Elementary 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 La Vega Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#5479 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-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 La Vega Elementary School's ranking?
La Vega Elementary School is ranked #5479 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend La Vega Elementary School?
630 students attend La Vega Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of La Vega Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Vega Elementary School?
La Vega Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Vega Elementary School offer ?
La Vega Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is La Vega Elementary School part of?
La Vega Elementary School is part of La Vega Independent School District.
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