Best Schools in Fort Cavazos, Texas
8 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Fort Cavazos by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Clarke EL
Elementary · Killeen ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Montague Village EL
Elementary · Killeen ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Killeen ISD Early College H S
High · Killeen ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Fort Cavazos for 2026 are Clarke EL (8.1/10), Montague Village EL (7.8/10), and Killeen ISD Early College H S (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Income
$59,753
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Income
$59,753
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 65% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Fort Cavazos schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +20.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Fort Cavazos schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Fort Cavazos
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clarke EL | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Montague Village EL | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Killeen ISD Early College H S | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Clear Creek EL | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Meadows EL | 6.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Oveta Culp Hobby EL | 6.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Audie Murphy Middle | 4.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Venable Village EL | 3.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $59,753
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 11 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 0%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fort Cavazos compares
Texas rank
#360 of 654
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Texas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$60k
80% of Texas median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Fort Cavazos, Texas
Fort Cavazos, Texas is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Fort Cavazos show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Fort Cavazos is Clarke EL with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fort Cavazos is served by 1 school district: KILLEEN ISD. These districts collectively serve 43,864 students.
Fort Cavazos's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,753. The poverty rate in the area is 12.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 515 students · Pre-K–3rd | 8.1 |
| 2 | 564 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 3 | 781 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 4 | 864 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
| 5 | 786 students · Pre-K–3rd | 6.1 |
| 6 | 684 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 795 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,030 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
Schools in Fort Cavazos
Fort Cavazos, Texas · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$59,753
Median Rent
$1,367/mo
Population
26,896
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
0%
Avg Commute
11 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Community Profile
Fort Cavazos has a median household income of $59,753. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 11 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Fort Cavazos, Texas
How many schools are in Fort Cavazos, Texas?
Fort Cavazos has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fort Cavazos, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fort Cavazos is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Fort Cavazos, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Fort Cavazos on MySchoolScout is Clarke EL with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fort Cavazos, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fort Cavazos on MySchoolScout is Clarke EL with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Fort Cavazos, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Fort Cavazos on MySchoolScout is Audie Murphy Middle with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best high school in Fort Cavazos, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Fort Cavazos on MySchoolScout is Killeen ISD Early College H S with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Fort Cavazos, Texas?
Fort Cavazos is served by 1 school district: Killeen ISD.
What is the education level in Fort Cavazos, Texas?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Fort Cavazos have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fort Cavazos, Texas?
The median household income in Fort Cavazos is approximately $59,753 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fort Cavazos, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fort Cavazos is 16.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fort Cavazos, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.