For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,892 students in 76710, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 426 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 76710, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 76710, TX are Hillcrest Pds Magnet, Lake Air Montessori School and Tennyson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76710 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76710, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76710, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Pds Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4225 Pine Ave
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 772-4286
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 772-4286
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Lake Air Montessori School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Cobbs Dr
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 772-1910
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 772-1910
Gr: PK-8 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Tennyson Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6001 Sanger Ave
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 772-1440
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 772-1440
Gr: 6-8 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Mountainview Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5901 Bishop St
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 772-2520
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 772-2520
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Crestview Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1120 N New Rd
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 776-1704
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 776-1704
Gr: PK-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Harmony Science Academy (Waco)
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1900 N Valley Mills Dr
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 751-7878
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 751-7878
Gr: PK-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Parkdale Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6400 Edmond
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 772-2170
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 772-2170
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #88.
Waco High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2020 N 42nd St
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 776-1150
Waco, TX 76710
(254) 776-1150
Gr: 9-12 | 1,885 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 76710, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76710, TX include Hillcrest Pds Magnet, Lake Air Montessori School and Tennyson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 76710?
8 public schools are located in 76710.
What percentage of students in 76710 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 76710 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76710?
76710 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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