Best 76706 Texas Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,144 students in 76706, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 76706, TX are Bell's Hill Elementary School, Alta Vista Elementary School and South Waco Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 76706 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 76706, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschool average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76706, TX Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bell's Hill Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2100 Ross
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 754-4171
Gr: PK-5 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Alta Vista Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3637 Alta Vista Dr
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-3050
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
South Waco Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2104 Gurley Ln
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 753-6802
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Robinson Primary
541 N Old Robinson Rd
Waco, TX 76706
(254) 662-0251
Gr: PK-1 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 76706, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 76706, TX include Bell's Hill Elementary School, Alta Vista Elementary School and South Waco Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 76706?
4 public preschools are located in 76706.
What is the racial composition of students in 76706?
76706 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public preschools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

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