For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 757 students in the neighborhood of University, Waco, TX.
The top-ranked public school in University is Bell's Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of University, Waco, TX public school have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of University, Waco, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bell's Hill Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Ross
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-4171
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-4171
Gr: PK-5 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of University, Waco, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of University, Waco, TX include Bell's Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of University, Waco?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of University, Waco.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of University, Waco?
the neighborhood of University, Waco public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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