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#7236 of 8,552 schools in TX

Audie Murphy Middle

Middle School · KILLEEN ISD

53393 SUN DANCE DR, Fort Cavazos, TX 76544

Enrollment

795

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

4.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,236 of 8,552

In Fort Cavazos

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#38 of 50

KILLEEN ISD

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Audie Murphy Middle

4.3/10

Middle School in Fort Cavazos · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Audie Murphy Middle

Audie Murphy Middle is a public middle school in Fort Cavazos, TX, part of KILLEEN ISD. Audie Murphy Middle serves approximately 795 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Audie Murphy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,236 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Audie Murphy Middle show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,818
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Audie Murphy Middle — Students at Audie Murphy Middle score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 66.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
35.1%
ELA
49.8%
2024
Math
29%
ELA
50%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.

How Audie Murphy Middle Compares

See how Audie Murphy Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
15th percentile in TX
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

53393 SUN DANCE DR, Fort Cavazos, TX 76544

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Audie Murphy Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. S C LEE J H (rated 5.4/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Copperas Cove), which scores notably higher. Another option is COPPERAS COVE J H (rated 5.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Copperas Cove), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LIVE OAK RIDGE MIDDLE (rated 4.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Killeen), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fort Cavazos, see our Fort Cavazos schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
OVETA CULP HOBBY EL Fort Cavazos 0.7 mi 6.1
CLARKE EL Fort Cavazos 1.7 mi 8.1
KILLEEN ISD EARLY COLLEGE H S Fort Cavazos 1.9 mi 7.3
MONTAGUE VILLAGE EL Fort Cavazos 2.4 mi 7.8
ADVENTHEALTH SCHOOL Killeen 3.1 mi
MAE STEVENS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Copperas Cove 3.3 mi 6.3
CLEAR CREEK EL Fort Cavazos 3.2 mi 7.3
COPPERAS COVE J H Copperas Cove 3.7 mi 5.3
ROBERT M SHOEMAKER H S Killeen 3.8 mi 4.4
PAT CARNEY EL Killeen 4.3 mi 8.7
HETTIE HALSTEAD EL Copperas Cove 3.8 mi 6.8
IDUMA EL Killeen 4.3 mi 5.6
LIVE OAK RIDGE MIDDLE Killeen 4.1 mi 4.2
C R CLEMENTS/HOLLIE PARSONS EL Copperas Cove 4.3 mi 6.6
CROSSROADS H S Copperas Cove 4.2 mi 3.7
S C LEE J H Copperas Cove 4.2 mi 5.4
WEE CARE SCHOOL Copperas Cove 4.4 mi
J L WILLIAMS/LOVETT LEDGER EL Copperas Cove 4.4 mi 5.3
VENABLE VILLAGE EL Fort Cavazos 4.7 mi 3.2
HOUSE CREEK EL Copperas Cove 4.6 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,753

Median Rent

$1,367/mo

Population

26,896

College Educated

26.9%

Homeownership

0.2%

Avg Commute

11.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

21.7

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J MARTIN JACQUET MIDDLE Fort Worth, TX 4.3
LANCASTER MIDDLE Lancaster, TX 4.3
NORTH BELTON MIDDLE Temple, TX 4.3
PAMPA J H Pampa, TX 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Audie Murphy Middle

What grades does Audie Murphy Middle serve?

Audie Murphy Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Audie Murphy Middle?

Audie Murphy Middle has an enrollment of approximately 795 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Audie Murphy Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Audie Murphy Middle is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Audie Murphy Middle rank in TX?

Audie Murphy Middle ranks #7,236 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Audie Murphy Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Audie Murphy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Audie Murphy Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Audie Murphy Middle has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Audie Murphy Middle a charter school?

No, Audie Murphy Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Audie Murphy Middle a Title I school?

No, Audie Murphy Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Audie Murphy Middle?

53.3% of students at Audie Murphy Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
795
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Coryell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

KILLEEN ISD
District Enrollment
43,864
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,818
District Rank
#38 of 50

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