Summary:
The 10 schools in zip code 76706, serving parts of Waco and Robinson, Texas, are split between two very different districts: Waco Independent School District (Isd) and Robinson Independent School District (Isd). This creates a clear divide in performance and demographics, with Robinson ISD schools consistently outperforming their Waco ISD counterparts across nearly every metric.
The standout schools are all in the Robinson district. Robinson High School leads with a 74th percentile state ranking, a 94.8% graduation rate, and test scores above state averages. Robinson J H is the top middle school (75th percentile), with an exceptional 95.45% proficiency rate in Algebra I. Robinson Elementary builds a strong foundation, with 3rd-grade math and reading scores well above state averages. In contrast, Waco ISD schools like South Waco Elementary (0th percentile) and University High School (19th percentile) rank very low. However, Cesar Chavez Middle is an anomaly: despite a 3rd percentile overall ranking, its Algebra I proficiency rate (73.68%) is nearly 20 points above the state average, suggesting a strong advanced math program.
Key metrics highlight the gap. Robinson ISD schools have free/reduced lunch rates around 40%, while Waco ISD schools range from 83.9% to 97.14%. Spending per student does not predict success: Alta Vista Elementary spends the most ($13,445) but ranks in the 2nd percentile, while Robinson Intermediate spends the least ($9,054) and performs well. The Robinson district's feeder pattern—from elementary through high school—creates consistent, high-quality education, while Waco ISD schools show fragmented performance. Bell's Hill Elementary does show a strength in its bilingual program, with Spanish-language STAAR scores exceeding state averages for Spanish test-takers.
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