For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,897 students in 76706, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 76706, TX are Robinson Intermediate School, Robinson Elementary School and Bell's Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 76706 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 76706, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76706, TX Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robinson Intermediate School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
605 S Old Robinson Rd
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-6113
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-6113
Grades: 4-6
| 560 students
Rank: #22.
Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
151 Peplow
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-5000
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-5000
Grades: 2-3
| 345 students
Rank: #33.
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
Grades: PK-5
| 781 students
Rank: #44.
Cesar Chavez Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
700 S 15th St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 750-3736
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 750-3736
Grades: 6-8
| 813 students
Rank: #55.
Alta Vista Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3637 Alta Vista Dr
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-3050
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-3050
Grades: PK-5
| 528 students
Rank: #66.
South Waco Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2104 Gurley Ln
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 753-6802
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 753-6802
Grades: PK-5
| 477 students
Rank: n/an/a
541 N Old Robinson Rd
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-0251
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-0251
Grades: PK-1
| 393 students
76706, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3201 South New Rd
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 756-1843
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 756-1843
Grades: 12
| 136 students
Bill Logue Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Challenge Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Grades: 10
| 1 students
Challenge Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Challenge Academy (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Grades: 8-11
| 7 students
Challenge Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Challenge Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Grades: 8-10
| 2 students
901 South 7th St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 753-3541
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 753-3541
Grades: PK-5
| 406 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 76706, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 76706, TX include Robinson Intermediate School, Robinson Elementary School and Bell's Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 76706?
7 public elementary schools are located in 76706.
What is the racial composition of students in 76706?
76706 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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