For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,740 students in 76705, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 76705, TX are Gholson School, La Vega High School and Connally High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 76705 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Texas public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 76705, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 76705 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Texas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Connally High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76705, TX Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gholson School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
137 Hamilton Dr
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 829-1528
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 829-1528
Grades: PK-12
| 262 students
Rank: #22.
La Vega High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
555 N Loop 340
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 799-4951
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 799-4951
Grades: 9-12
| 882 students
Rank: #33.
Connally High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 N Lacy Dr
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 296-6700
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 296-6700
Grades: 9-12
| 596 students
76705, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 Bb Brown Dr
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 750-7100
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 750-7100
Grades: 5-6
| 407 students
Lakeview Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
301 North Lakeview
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 296-6770
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 296-6770
Grades: 12
| n/a students
Mclennan County Challenge Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 875-2331
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 875-2331
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Success Program High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
901 Maxfield
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 799-9709
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 799-9709
Grades: 10-12
| 17 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 76705, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 76705, TX include Gholson School, La Vega High School and Connally High School.
How many public high schools are located in 76705?
3 public high schools are located in 76705.
What is the racial composition of students in 76705?
76705 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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