B+
Above Average
82/100

Carl C Waitz El

📚 Pre-K – 05 🏫 Elementary
📍 842 W SAINT FRANCIS AVE, Alton, TX 78573
82
Repit Score
out of 100
395
Students
enrolled
15.1:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$15K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $14,505 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 842 W SAINT FRANCIS AVE
City Alton
ZIP Code 78573
District 4831040
NCES School ID 483104001509
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 78573

Understanding the community around Carl C Waitz El helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $47,038
Per Capita Income $19,093
Poverty Rate 22.3%
Households Earning $100K+ 22.1%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 13.3%
High School or Higher 62.1%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $130,800
Median Rent $835
Owner-Occupied 70.4%
Renter-Occupied 29.6%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Carl C Waitz El.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic/Latino 98.0%
White 2.0%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 395
Teachers (FTE) 26.1
Student:Teacher Ratio 15.1:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Carl C Waitz El?
Carl C Waitz El has a Repit School Score of 82 out of 100, earning a grade of B+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Carl C Waitz El?
Carl C Waitz El has 395 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.1:1.
What grades does Carl C Waitz El serve?
Carl C Waitz El serves grades Pre-K – 05 and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does Carl C Waitz El receive per student?
Carl C Waitz El receives $14,505 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is around the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Carl C Waitz El in 78573 ▼
Avg Home Value
$212,966
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,090
1-Year Change
+2.9%
% Renters
29.6%

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09 – 12 • High School
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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026