A
Very Good
88/100

Waelder School

📚 Pre-K – 12 🏫 K-12
📍 201 US HWY 90 W, Waelder, TX 78959
88
Repit Score
out of 100
297
Students
enrolled
10.7:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$17K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $16,574 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 201 US HWY 90 W
City Waelder
ZIP Code 78959
District 4844310
NCES School ID 484431005063
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 78959

Understanding the community around Waelder School helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $57,610
Per Capita Income $31,626
Poverty Rate 8.2%
Households Earning $100K+ 18.6%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 12.5%
High School or Higher 72.3%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $100,000
Median Rent $818
Owner-Occupied 77.8%
Renter-Occupied 22.2%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Waelder School.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic/Latino 88.2%
White 5.4%
Black 4.7%
Two or More Races 1.7%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 297
Teachers (FTE) 27.9
Student:Teacher Ratio 10.7:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Waelder School?
Waelder School has a Repit School Score of 88 out of 100, earning a grade of A. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Waelder School?
Waelder School has 297 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.7:1.
What grades does Waelder School serve?
Waelder School serves grades Pre-K – 12 and is classified as a K-12. This is a public school.
How much funding does Waelder School receive per student?
Waelder School receives $16,574 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Waelder School in 78959 ▼
Avg Home Value
$310,652
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,584
1-Year Change
-2.7%
% Renters
22.2%

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