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Best 76705 Texas Public Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,072 students in 76705, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 76705, TX are Hallsburg School, La Vega Elementary School and Gholson Isd. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 76705 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 76705, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76705, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hallsburg School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2313 Hallsburg Rd
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 875-2331
Gr: PK-6 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
La Vega Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3100 Wheeler St
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 299-6755
Gr: 1-3 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Gholson Isd
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
137 Hamilton Dr
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 829-1528
Gr: PK-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
La Vega Int H P Miles Campus
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4201 Williams Rd
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 299-6770
Gr: 4-6 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Connally Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
300 Cadet Way
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 750-7170
Gr: 4-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 76705 Texas

76705, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Connally Intermediate Center (Closed 2012)
100 Bb Brown Dr
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 750-7100
Gr: 5-6 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Lakeview Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
301 North Lakeview
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 296-6770
Gr: 12
Mclennan County Challenge Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 875-2331
Ready To Read Academy (Closed 2006)
200 Cadet Way
Waco, TX 76705
Gr: PK | 75 students Minority enrollment: 52%
Success Program High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
901 Maxfield
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 799-9709
Gr: 10-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 76705, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 76705, TX include Hallsburg School, La Vega Elementary School and Gholson Isd.
How many public elementary schools are located in 76705?
5 public elementary schools are located in 76705.
What is the racial composition of students in 76705?
76705 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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