For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 463 students in 76708, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 76708, TX are Brook Avenue Elementary School and Methodist Children's Home. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 76708 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in 76708, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76708, TX Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brook Avenue Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
720 Brook Ave
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 750-3562
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 750-3562
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Methodist Children's Home
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Herring Ave
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 715-0208
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 715-0208
Gr: 6-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
76708, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Challenge Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2015 Alexander Ave
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 754-0803
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 754-0803
Gr: 8-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Methodist Home Boys Ranch (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1111 Herring Ave
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 799-2434
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 799-2434
Gr: 6-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
2015 Alexander
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 753-2423
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 753-2423
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
2200 Mac Arthur Dr
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 754-8000
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 754-8000
Gr: PK-4 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
2208 N 23rd
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 755-9420
Waco, TX 76708
(254) 755-9420
Gr: K-8 | 29 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 76708, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 76708, TX include Brook Avenue Elementary School and Methodist Children's Home.
How many public charter schools are located in 76708?
2 public charter schools are located in 76708.
What is the racial composition of students in 76708?
76708 public charter schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
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