Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Avenue 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Avenue Elementary serves the northeast part of Waco, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Avenue Elementary School's student population of 249 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
249 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West Avenue 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 West Avenue Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#7497 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
47%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-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 West Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
West Avenue Elementary School is ranked #7497 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are West Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
West Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brook Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West Avenue Elementary School?
249 students attend West Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of West Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Avenue Elementary School?
West Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Avenue Elementary School offer ?
West Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Avenue Elementary School part of?
West Avenue Elementary School is part of Waco Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is West Avenue Elementary School located?
West Avenue Elementary School is located in the Brook Oaks neighborhood of Waco, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Brook Oaks.
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