Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J H Hines Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J H Hines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J H Hines Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
J H Hines Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J H Hines Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7959 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Hispanic
22%
54%
Black
69%
13%
White
3%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J H Hines Elementary School's ranking?
J H Hines Elementary School is ranked #7959 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend J H Hines Elementary School?
379 students attend J H Hines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of J H Hines Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J H Hines Elementary School?
J H Hines Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J H Hines Elementary School offer ?
J H Hines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J H Hines Elementary School part of?
J H Hines Elementary School is part of Waco Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is J H Hines Elementary School located?
J H Hines Elementary School is located in the North East Riverside neighborhood of Waco, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in North East Riverside.
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