Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crestview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crestview Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Crestview Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crestview Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6666 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
64%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestview Elementary School's ranking?
Crestview Elementary School is ranked #6666 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Crestview Elementary School often compared to?
Crestview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountainview Elementary School, Parkdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Crestview Elementary School?
473 students attend Crestview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Crestview Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crestview Elementary School?
Crestview Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crestview Elementary School offer ?
Crestview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Crestview Elementary School part of?
Crestview Elementary School is part of Waco Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Crestview Elementary School located?
Crestview Elementary School is located in the Heart of Texas neighborhood of Waco, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Heart of Texas.
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