Connally Elementary School

300 Cadet Way
Waco, TX 76705
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 352 students in grades 4-5, Connally 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 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 352 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Connally Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Connally Elementary School's student population of 352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
Cadet Blue and White
School Calendar

School Rankings

Connally 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 Connally Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TX)
#7562 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
19%
44%
31%
51%
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
34%
13%
White
19%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Connally Elementary School's ranking?
Connally Elementary School is ranked #7562 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Connally Elementary School?
352 students attend Connally Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Connally Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Connally Elementary School?
Connally Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Connally Elementary School offer ?
Connally Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Connally Elementary School part of?
Connally Elementary School is part of Connally Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 352 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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