Serving 438 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 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Vega J H George Dixon Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
La Vega J H George Dixon Campus's student population of 438 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Vega J H George Dixon Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 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 0.56, 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
#6222 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
10%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Vega J H George Dixon Campus's ranking?
La Vega J H George Dixon Campus is ranked #6222 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
438 students attend La Vega J H George Dixon Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of La Vega J H George Dixon Campus students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 10% 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 15:1, which is higher 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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