Connally High School

Connally High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
900 N Lacy Dr,  Waco, TX
Connally Independent School District
3.8
2.8
614 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms Jill Talamantez
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
980
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
23%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Average GPA
3.57
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
B
College Prep
C+
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.57
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
23%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
56
Full Time Teachers
56
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
980
Math
490
Verbal
490
Average ACT
20
Math
19
English
21
Reading
22
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Pass Rate
16.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

English
5%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
213:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.4%
Male
48.6%
Hispanic
40.9%
Black
35.8%
White
18.2%
Two or more races
4.4%
Native American
<1%
Asian
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
McLennan Community College 189 Students
Texas A&M University 188 Students
Texas State University 167 Students
University of Texas - Austin 161 Students
Tarleton State University 159 Students
University of Houston 140 Students
Baylor University 135 Students
Texas Tech University 99 Students
University of North Texas 99 Students
Stephen F. Austin State University 91 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 87 Students
Psychology 58 Students
Business 56 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 39 Students
Biology 35 Students
Physical Therapy 24 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 19 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 17 Students
Criminology 16 Students
Culinary Arts and Food Service 16 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 126 Reviews
3.0 Alum
7/10/2025
I attended Connally since Pre-K all the way through graduation. I can proudly say that I am a Connally Cadet Alumni through and through now. I wouldn't trade another school for Waco Connally.
3.0 Senior
11/5/2020
The only thing that I would change about this school is the different kinds of activity's and interaction they have to the school. Other than that the school is a pretty good school.
5.0 Senior
9/24/2020
I have attended at Connally High School for my entire life. I love the diversity that my school has. I have had many helpful teachers, counselors, principals, and classmates throughout the years. The school is very peaceful and I rarely saw any bullying or violence. I'm about to graduate from there and I will miss everyone at the school.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.8 5 Reviews
2.0 teacher
5/18/2025
If you’ll be new to the district, keep moving. They don’t really accept outsiders well. They don’t make people feel welcomed and 95% of the staff are standoffish. They’d rather ignore you than say good morning. The auxiliary staff are amazing but the teachers are TERRIBLE. 1 out of 10, would not rec...
5.0 parent
9/1/2019
My child loves this school. He attended West HS and we were mistreated the entire time as a new family (we adopted my son in middle school) and they really had no care in the world for my sons mental health. We transferred him to Connally and to say we have been accepted and loved in a understatemen...
5.0 other
2/9/2014
Connally High School is an excellent campus with great things happening. Principal Jill Talamantez is working hard to promote student involvement as well as improve performance. The teaching staff is highly qualified and truly work to help all of their students. If you are looking for a place to sen...
1.0 parent
2/6/2009

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Connally High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Waco, TX, in the Lacy-Lakeview neighborhood, and is served by the Connally Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 614 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 23% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Connally High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.57, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 980 and an ACT score of 20. The average home value in this area is $225,216. Discover additional schools in the area, like La Vega High School, Parkview Christian Academy, Live Oak Classical School, and more. Learn more about what Waco has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Connally High School.

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