Kendrick Elementary School

500 N University Parks Dr
Waco, TX 76701
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kendrick 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 446 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Kendrick Elementary School's student population of 446 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

School Rankings

Kendrick 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 Kendrick Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#7150 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
24%
44%
34%
51%
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
85%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
4%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kendrick Elementary School's ranking?
Kendrick Elementary School is ranked #7150 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kendrick Elementary School?
446 students attend Kendrick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Kendrick Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kendrick Elementary School?
Kendrick Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kendrick Elementary School offer ?
Kendrick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kendrick Elementary School part of?
Kendrick Elementary School is part of Waco Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kendrick Elementary School located?
Kendrick Elementary School is located in the Kendrick neighborhood of Waco, TX.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 446 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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