Excellent
#1382 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 16% in state
Clarke EL
Elementary School · KILLEEN ISD
51612 COMMANCHE AVE, Fort Cavazos, TX 76544
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,382 of 8,552
In Fort Cavazos
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 50
KILLEEN ISD
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Clarke EL
Elementary School in Fort Cavazos · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Clarke EL
Clarke EL is a public elementary school in Fort Cavazos, TX, part of KILLEEN ISD. Clarke EL serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Clarke EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,382 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Clarke EL show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Clarke EL — Students at Clarke EL score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.4/10.
How Clarke EL Compares
See how Clarke EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
51612 COMMANCHE AVE, Fort Cavazos, TX 76544
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clarke EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAT CARNEY EL (rated 8.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Killeen), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MONTAGUE VILLAGE EL (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PERSHING PARK EL (rated 7.4/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Killeen), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Cavazos, see our Fort Cavazos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KILLEEN ISD EARLY COLLEGE H S Fort Cavazos | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| OVETA CULP HOBBY EL Fort Cavazos | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| CLEAR CREEK EL Fort Cavazos | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| ADVENTHEALTH SCHOOL Killeen | 1.7 mi | — |
| AUDIE MURPHY MIDDLE Fort Cavazos | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| MONTAGUE VILLAGE EL Fort Cavazos | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ROBERT M SHOEMAKER H S Killeen | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| LIVE OAK RIDGE MIDDLE Killeen | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| IDUMA EL Killeen | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| VENABLE VILLAGE EL Fort Cavazos | 2.9 mi | 3.2 |
| PAT CARNEY EL Killeen | 3.6 mi | 8.7 |
| MAXDALE EL Killeen | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| MEADOWS EL Fort Cavazos | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| PALO ALTO MIDDLE Killeen | 3.9 mi | 2.8 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS EL Killeen | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| PERSHING PARK EL Killeen | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
| EL ALTER LEARNING CENTER Killeen | 4.4 mi | — |
| DR JOSEPH A FOWLER EL Killeen | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ROY J SMITH MIDDLE Killeen | 4.5 mi | 6.5 |
| HAYNES EL Killeen | 4.6 mi | 5.2 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clarke EL
What grades does Clarke EL serve?
Clarke EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Clarke EL?
Clarke EL has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clarke EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Clarke EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clarke EL rank in TX?
Clarke EL ranks #1,382 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Clarke EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Clarke EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Clarke EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clarke EL has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Clarke EL a charter school?
No, Clarke EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clarke EL a Title I school?
No, Clarke EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clarke EL?
65.2% of students at Clarke EL 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Coryell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.0%
- Phone
- (254) 336-1510
Resources & Links
District
KILLEEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 43,864
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,818
- District Rank
- #3 of 50
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