Serving 441 students in grades 7-8, La Vega J H George Dixon Campus 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LA VEGA J H GEORGE DIXON CAMPUS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Waco, TX, covering approximately 33.5 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Vega J H George Dixon Campus's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
441 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Vega J H George Dixon Campus 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 J H George Dixon Campus is 0.54, 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
#5982 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-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
Sports
Colors
Gold and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Vega J H George Dixon Campus's ranking?
La Vega J H George Dixon Campus is ranked #5982 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are La Vega J H George Dixon Campus often compared to?
La Vega J H George Dixon Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Tennyson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend La Vega J H George Dixon Campus?
441 students attend La Vega J H George Dixon Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of La Vega J H George Dixon Campus students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Vega J H George Dixon Campus?
La Vega J H George Dixon Campus has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Vega J H George Dixon Campus offer ?
La Vega J H George Dixon Campus offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is La Vega J H George Dixon Campus part of?
La Vega J H George Dixon Campus is part of La Vega Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is La Vega J H George Dixon Campus located?
La Vega J H George Dixon Campus is located in the Timbercrest neighborhood of Waco, TX.
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