2023 Best Charter Schools in the Waco Area

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Sophomore: Rapoport Academy is honestly a school unlike any other in the Central Texas area. Rapoport is very dedicated to the success and accomplishment of academics of students and going above and beyond to push their students to higher places that aren't often offered at other schools. The community is very tight-knit, there isn't much commotion between students and mostly everyone is familiar with each other. Teachers are very dedicated to creating a student-teacher bond that makes students comfortable in their environment and free to express their opinions and self values. Overall, academics are heavily emphasized, geared towards success. The tight community is the ribbon on top adding to the meritable reputation that Rapoport shows above other schools. I highly recommend this school!... Read 26 reviews
Paul & Jane Meyer Public H.S.
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Rapoport Academy Public School, TX,
9-12,
26 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Sophomore says Rapoport Academy is honestly a school unlike any other in the Central Texas area. Rapoport is very dedicated to the success and accomplishment of academics of students and going above and beyond to...Overall, academics are heavily emphasized, geared towards success. The tight community is the ribbon on top adding to the meritable reputation that Rapoport shows above other schools. I highly....
Read 26 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 182,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,
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Harmony School of Innovation - Waco
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Harmony Public Schools - North Texas, TX,
6-12,
16 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says Really is a school if you're wanting to go to college! Though the administration is sometimes irrating as a student, the counselors and teachers help students a lot with getting by and understanding....
Read 16 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B,
Students: 598,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,
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Premier High School of Waco
Premier High Schools, TX,
9-12,
14 Niche users give it an average review of 3.4 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says Premier high school really helped me through high school, prepare me for college. The teachers were excellent, always willing and ready to help. Food wasn’t that great, no sports which kinda sucked.....
Read 14 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Students: 168,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 28 to 1,
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Parent: Our experience with St. Catherine's has been fantastic since my girls were in the Early Learner program. The teachers have been amazing and have been truly supportive and accommodating to each of my girls individual personalities and needs as they've gone through the program, allowing them to really come out of their shell and find confidence and excitement through learning. I have been thoroughly impressed each year and am grateful that my kids will graduate from this school. The teachers are dedicated and engaging with the girls, challenging them and helping them reach their full potential. The campus is gorgeous with state of the art facilities and with a multitude of amenities. St. Catherine's is a truly incredible place for my girls to not only learn, but to thrive and grow into well rounded young women ready to take on the world!... Read 138 reviews
Sponsored Result, St. Catherine's School
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Private School,
RICHMOND, VA,
PK, K-12,
138 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Our experience with St. Catherine's has been fantastic since my girls were in the Early Learner program. The teachers have been amazing and have been truly supportive and accommodating to each of my....
Read 138 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 955,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,
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Methodist Children's Home
University of Texas University Charter School, TX,
6-12,
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Students: 88,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,
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Parent: We came to Rapoport from a VERY large school and could not love rapoport more! The community here is like no other. The small class sizes and the teachers d we dedication to what they do, what they teach and how they teach has made a world of difference for us. Both of my kids used to dread going to school and would cry when I took them, we have been at rapoport for 2 years now and they are still excited to go back to school!... Read 4 reviews
Audre & Bernard Rapoport Academy
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Rapoport Academy Public School, TX,
PK, K-4,
4 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says We came to Rapoport from a VERY large school and could not love rapoport more! The community here is like no other. The small class sizes and the teachers d we dedication to what they do, what they...Both of my kids used to dread going to school and would cry when I took them, we have been at rapoport for 2 years now and they are still excited to go back to school!.
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Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Students: 374,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11 to 1,
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Senior: I have been at Harmony since the 4th grade and now I am a senior and still in the same school. I didn't like Harmony at first but it taught me discipline and education. I was never into robotics but now I am captain of my robotics team because Harmony encouraged me to join and further excel within my education and even extra curricular activities. I really enjoy how small the school is because I adapted to having that one on one time with the teachers and knowing my piers very well so build relationships. Although Harmony was small they provided so many opportunities for my education. I will graduate with college credits, going to college and knowing what I will study, I have a lot of knowledge about financial aid, and a plan for my future. The best thing I love about Harmony is the fact that if you are on free or reduced lunch then your dual credit is paid for.... Read 25 reviews
Harmony Science Academy - Waco
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Harmony Public Schools - North Texas, TX,
PK, K-5,
25 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says I have been at Harmony since the 4th grade and now I am a senior and still in the same school. I didn't like Harmony at first but it taught me discipline and education. I was never into robotics but....
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Overall Niche Grade: C+,
Students: 502,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 19 to 1,
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Alta Vista Elementary School
Waco Independent School District, TX,
PK, K-5,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
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Overall Niche Grade: C,
Students: 467,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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Indian Spring Middle School
Waco Independent School District, TX,
6-8,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says Indian Springs Middle School was the best school I been at. We had lots of fun in classes, and they make you want to learn more in class. I think they should change the way the school security was..
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: C,
Students: 528,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
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Brook Avenue Elementary School
Waco Independent School District, TX,
PK, K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: C minus,
Students: 358,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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G. W. Carver Middle School
Waco Independent School District, TX,
6-8,
Overall Niche Grade: C minus,
Students: 461,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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J.H. Hines Elementary School
Waco Independent School District, TX,
PK, K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: C minus,
Students: 453,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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Waco Charter School
Public School,
WACO, TX,
PK, K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: C minus,
Students: 223,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
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Parent: Our 2-year-old has attended Merritt since she was 6 months old, and we would not dream of sending her anywhere else. Our experience has been magical. Merritt is not only her school; it is her second home. We truly feel that her teachers love and care for her as if she were their own child. The environment at Merritt is as enriching as it is loving. Even for babies and toddlers, teachers treat the experience like school--in the best sense of the word, with endless activities that are fun, creative, engaging and educational. On a practical note, the hours and holiday/weather closures at Merritt are better than any day care or school we have heard of. Merritt prides itself on serving working families, and it does. We have a somewhat unusual weekday schedule, and Merritt has accommodated us so that we can maximize time with our daughter. We send her to Merritt foremost for the loving and enriching environment, but the practical aspects have also helped us more than we can say.... Read 2 reviews
Sponsored Result, Merritt Academy
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Private School,
FAIRFAX, VA,
PK, K-8,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Our 2-year-old has attended Merritt since she was 6 months old, and we would not dream of sending her anywhere else. Our experience has been magical. Merritt is not only her school; it is her second...The environment at Merritt is as enriching as it is loving. Even for babies and toddlers, teachers treat the experience like school--in the best sense of the word, with endless activities that are...On a practical note, the hours and holiday/weather closures at Merritt are better than any day care or school we have heard of. Merritt prides itself on serving working families, and it does. We have....
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Students: 428,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 4 to 1,
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Parent: The Admissions department made the application process seamless. They were easy to reach; gladly returned phone calls and inquiries; and, assisted with the application process during each step. Compared to other independent college prep institutions, RMA is a small school. However, we were thoroughly impressed with the diversity that we saw during the summer camp program; We were pleased to see that it carried over to the academic year. The curriculum is rigorous. The staff is caring. There are a variety of extracurricular activities that are day and boarding inclusive. Any family "on the fence" about RMA should definitely consider a second look, or reach out to staff. You'll be glad you did!... Read 173 reviews
Sponsored Result, Randolph-Macon Academy
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Private School,
FRONT ROYAL, VA,
6-12,
173 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says The Admissions department made the application process seamless. They were easy to reach; gladly returned phone calls and inquiries; and, assisted with the application process during each step. Compared to other independent college prep institutions, RMA is a small school. However, we were thoroughly impressed with the diversity that we saw during the summer camp program; We were pleased...The curriculum is rigorous. The staff is caring. There are a variety of extracurricular activities that are day and boarding inclusive. Any family "on the fence" about RMA should definitely consider....
Read 173 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 331,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,
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2023 Best Charter Schools in the Waco Area

Paul & Jane Meyer Public H.S.

Paul & Jane Meyer Public H.S.

Harmony School of Innovation - Waco

Harmony School of Innovation - Waco

Premier High School of Waco

Premier High School of Waco

St. Catherine's School

Sponsored Result, St. Catherine's School

Methodist Children's Home

Methodist Children's Home

Audre & Bernard Rapoport Academy

Audre & Bernard Rapoport Academy

Harmony Science Academy - Waco

Harmony Science Academy - Waco

Alta Vista Elementary School

Alta Vista Elementary School

Indian Spring Middle School

Indian Spring Middle School

Brook Avenue Elementary School

Brook Avenue Elementary School

G. W. Carver Middle School

G. W. Carver Middle School

J.H. Hines Elementary School

J.H. Hines Elementary School

Waco Charter School

Waco Charter School

Merritt Academy

Sponsored Result, Merritt Academy

Randolph-Macon Academy

Sponsored Result, Randolph-Macon Academy