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Best 76706 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,670 students in 76706, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 391 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 76706, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 76706, TX are Robinson Intermediate School, Robinson J High School and Robinson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76706 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76706, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76706, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Robinson Intermediate School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
605 S Old Robinson Rd
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-6113
Gr: 4-6 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Robinson J High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
410 W Lyndale
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-3843
Gr: 7-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Robinson High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
700 W Tate
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-3840
Gr: 9-12 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Robinson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
151 Peplow
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-5000
Gr: 2-3 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Bell's Hill Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2100 Ross
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-4171
Gr: PK-5 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
University High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3201 S New Rd
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 756-1843
Gr: 9-12 | 1,752 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Cesar Chavez Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
700 S 15th St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 750-3736
Gr: 6-8 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Alta Vista Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3637 Alta Vista Dr
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-3050
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #99.
South Waco Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2104 Gurley Ln
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 753-6802
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Mclennan County Challenge Academy
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 829-1528
Gr: 10 | 1 student
Rank: n/an/a
Robinson Primary
541 N Old Robinson Rd
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-0251
Gr: PK-1 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 76706, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76706, TX include Robinson Intermediate School, Robinson J High School and Robinson High School.
How many public schools are located in 76706?
11 public schools are located in 76706.
What percentage of students in 76706 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 76706 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76706?
76706 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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