For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 446 students in 76701, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 482 private students). 52% of all K-12 students in 76701, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public school in 76701, TX is Kendrick Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 76701 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76701, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76701, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kendrick Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 N University Parks Dr
Waco, TX 76701
(254) 752-3316
Waco, TX 76701
(254) 752-3316
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 76701, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76701, TX include Kendrick Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 76701?
1 public schools are located in 76701.
What percentage of students in 76701 go to public school?
52% of all K-12 students in 76701 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76701?
76701 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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