Needs Improvement
#7671 of 8,552 schools in TX
Hay Branch EL
Elementary School · KILLEEN ISD
6101 WESTCLIFF RD, Killeen, TX 76543
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,671 of 8,552
In Killeen
#29 of 35
public schools
In district
#43 of 50
KILLEEN ISD
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Hay Branch EL
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About Hay Branch EL
Hay Branch EL is a public elementary school in Killeen, TX, part of KILLEEN ISD. Hay Branch EL serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hay Branch EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,671 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Hay Branch EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Hay Branch EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hay Branch EL — Students at Hay Branch EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.8%
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: 3.1/10.
How Hay Branch EL Compares
See how Hay Branch 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
6101 WESTCLIFF RD, Killeen, TX 76543
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hay Branch EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KILLEEN EL (rated 7.3/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IRA CROSS JR EL (rated 7.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NOLANVILLE EL (rated 6.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Nolanville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Killeen, see our Killeen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BELL COUNTY INSPIRE ACADEMY Killeen | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| BELL CO J J A E P Killeen | 0.9 mi | — |
| KILLEEN JJAEP Harker Heights | 0.9 mi | — |
| BELL CO J J A E P Temple | 0.9 mi | — |
| RANCIER MIDDLE Killeen | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| KILLEEN ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Killeen | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| HARKER HEIGHTS EL Harker Heights | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| BROOKHAVEN EL Killeen | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| EASTERN HILLS MIDDLE Harker Heights | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| KILLEEN H S Killeen | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC ACADEMY Killeen | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| EXCELLENT COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Killeen | 2.5 mi | — |
| GATEWAY MIDDLE Killeen | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| GATEWAY H S Killeen | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| PEEBLES EL Killeen | 2.8 mi | 3.6 |
| IRA CROSS JR EL Killeen | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| KILLEEN EL Killeen | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW EL Harker Heights | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| UNION GROVE MIDDLE Harker Heights | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| NOLANVILLE EL Nolanville | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76543 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,239
Median Home Value
$140,700
Median Rent
$1,099/mo
Population
33,713
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
29.9
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| ANDERSON EL Spring, TX | 3.9 |
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| BARBARA WALKER EL Crandall, TX | 3.9 |
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| CLIFT EL Waxahachie, TX | 3.9 |
| CONVERSE EL Converse, TX | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hay Branch EL
What grades does Hay Branch EL serve?
Hay Branch EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hay Branch EL?
Hay Branch EL has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hay Branch EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Hay Branch EL is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hay Branch EL rank in TX?
Hay Branch EL ranks #7,671 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Hay Branch EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Hay Branch EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Hay Branch EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hay Branch EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hay Branch EL a charter school?
No, Hay Branch EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hay Branch EL a Title I school?
No, Hay Branch EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hay Branch EL?
84.8% of students at Hay Branch 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 574
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (254) 336-2080
Resources & Links
District
KILLEEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 43,864
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,818
- District Rank
- #43 of 50
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