For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,187 students in 76705, TX.
The top-ranked public preschools in 76705, TX are Hallsburg School and Gholson Isd. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 76705 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Texas public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 76705, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschool average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76705, TX Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hallsburg School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2313 Hallsburg Rd
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 875-2331
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 875-2331
Gr: PK-6 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Gholson Isd
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
137 Hamilton Dr
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 829-1528
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 829-1528
Gr: PK-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
100 Bb Brown
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 296-6460
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 296-6460
Gr: PK-K | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
4400 Harrison
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 799-6229
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 799-6229
Gr: PK-K | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
76705, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 Bb Brown Dr
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 750-7100
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 750-7100
Gr: 5-6 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Lakeview Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
301 North Lakeview
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 296-6770
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 296-6770
Gr: 12
Mclennan County Challenge Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
3805 S 3rd St
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 875-2331
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 875-2331
200 Cadet Way
Waco, TX 76705
Waco, TX 76705
Gr: PK | 75 students Minority enrollment: 52%
Success Program High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
901 Maxfield
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 799-9709
Waco, TX 76705
(254) 799-9709
Gr: 10-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 76705, TX?
The top-ranked public preschools in 76705, TX include Hallsburg School and Gholson Isd.
How many public preschools are located in 76705?
4 public preschools are located in 76705.
What is the racial composition of students in 76705?
76705 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public preschools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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