Foster El vs Hallsburg School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 7.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foster El
Riesel · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
355 students
Hallsburg School
Waco · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
131 students
| Measure | Foster El Riesel, Texas | Hallsburg School Waco, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3354 of 4,686 | #2297 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #36245 of 50,301 | #28912 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 355 | 131 |
| Enrollment | 355 | 131 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.6% | 62.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| city | Riesel | Waco |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hallsburg School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.5 vs 33.5).
- •Hallsburg School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Hallsburg School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Foster El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.6% vs 62.6%).
- •Hallsburg School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 16.9).
- •Foster El is the larger school with 355 students compared with 131.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Foster El better than Hallsburg School?
On the Success Index (US), Hallsburg School ranks higher (44.5 vs 33.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Foster El and Hallsburg School?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between Riesel and Waco in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foster El: 355. Hallsburg School: 131. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foster El and Hallsburg School rank in Texas?
Foster El is 3354th of 4,686 and Hallsburg School is 2297th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).