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METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME

📍 WACO, Texas Charter

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

8.8:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Better than US avg (~16:1)

6–12

🎓 Grade Levels

7 active grades

11.0

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

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METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME, a high public school serving grades 6–12 in WACO, Texas, with 96 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8.8:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in WACO, Texas, METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME is a public charter school serving students from grades 6–12. The school operates within the UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL in McLennan County. With a current reported enrollment of 96 students, it provides a smaller, close-knit learning environment designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.8:1. This favorable ratio is lower than the typical national public school average of approximately 16:1, offering opportunities for individualized guidance and collaborative classroom engagement. The campus educational team includes approximately 11.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of WACO, the student body at METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include Hispanic (34.4%), Black or African American (32.3%), White (29.2%). With no single demographic group constituting an overwhelming majority, the school fosters a vibrant, inclusive environment where students learn alongside peers from varied cultural traditions.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

96 Students reported

Hispanic 34.4%

33 enrolled students

Black / African American 32.3%

31 enrolled students

White 29.2%

28 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 2.1%

2 enrolled students

Two or more races 2.1%

2 enrolled students

Asian 0%

0 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 96

👦 Male 52.1% (50) 👧 Female 47.9% (46)

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

7 Grade Levels

11 ★ top

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School facts

Address 1111 HERRING AVE, WACO, TX 76708

Phone (254) 498-8738

School district UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL

County McLennan County

Grades 6–12

Students 96 students

Student–teacher ratio 8.8:1

Full-time teachers 11.0

Community type City: Mid-size

Level High

Type Charter school

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Coordinates 31.57033, -97.15468

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NCES school ID 480007109513

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

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1111 HERRING AVE

WACO, TX 76708 McLennan County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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What grades are taught at METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME? +

METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME serves students in grades 6–12. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Texas state educational standards.

How many students attend METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME has a total reported enrollment of 96 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME? +

The student-teacher ratio at METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME is 8.8:1, supported by approximately 11.0 full-time equivalent certified teachers.

Is METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME a public or private school? +

METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME is a public charter school located in WACO, Texas under the administration of the UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL.

Where is METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME located? +

METHODIST CHILDREN'S HOME is located at 1111 HERRING AVE, WACO, TX 76708. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (254) 498-8738 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.