SOUTH WACO EL

SOUTH WACO EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the WACO ISD school district, located in WACO, TX with about 526 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, SOUTH WACO EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SOUTH WACO ELementary is a public school located in the Waco Independent School District, serving students in the Waco, Texas, community. As an institution dedicated to early childhood and elementary education, the school focuses on providing a foundational learning environment that prepares students for future academic success. Its curriculum typically aligns with the district's standards, emphasizing core subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often integrating extracurricular opportunities to support student development.

Located on Gurley Lane, the school acts as a hub for its local neighborhood, fostering a sense of community engagement among families and faculty. The administration and staff prioritize a supportive atmosphere, focusing on social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement. By utilizing the resources of the Waco Independent School District, SOUTH WACO ELementary aims to create an inclusive environment where students can build the essential skills necessary to transition effectively into the middle school years.

For more information, contact SOUTH WACO EL at (254) 753-6802 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2104 GURLEY LN
WACO, TX 76706-2832
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SOUTH WACO EL is a public Title I school in WACO, TX with about 526 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
WACO ISD
Total Students:
526
Teachers:
34
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 526 students

Black or African American
47.5%
Hispanic/Latino
41.3%
White
8.0%
Asian
1.3%
Two or more races
1.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
45.4%
Male
54.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.