For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,468 students in 76706, TX.
The top ranked public high schools in 76706, TX are Robinson High School and University High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 76706 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 76706, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 76706 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Robinson High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76706, TX Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robinson High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 W Tate
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-3840
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-3840
Grades: 9-12
| 717 students
Rank: #22.
University High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3201 S New Rd
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 756-1843
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 756-1843
Grades: 9-12
| 1,750 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mclennan County Challenge Academy
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 829-1528
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 829-1528
Grades: 9
| 1 students
76706, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3201 South New Rd
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 756-1843
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 756-1843
Grades: 12
| 136 students
Bill Logue Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Challenge Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Grades: 10
| 1 students
Challenge Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Challenge Academy (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Grades: 8-11
| 7 students
Challenge Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Challenge Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-0803
Grades: 8-10
| 2 students
901 South 7th St
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 753-3541
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 753-3541
Grades: PK-5
| 406 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 76706, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in 76706, TX include Robinson High School and University High School.
How many public high schools are located in 76706?
3 public high schools are located in 76706.
What is the racial composition of students in 76706?
76706 public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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