Average
#3566 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 42% in state
Hettie Halstead EL
Elementary School · COPPERAS COVE ISD
910 N MAIN ST, Copperas Cove, TX 76522
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,566 of 8,552
In Copperas Cove
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 11
COPPERAS COVE ISD
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Hettie Halstead EL
Hettie Halstead EL is a public elementary school in Copperas Cove, TX, part of COPPERAS COVE ISD. Hettie Halstead EL serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hettie Halstead EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,566 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Hettie Halstead EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Hettie Halstead 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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Hettie Halstead EL — Students at Hettie Halstead EL score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.2%
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: 6.2/10.
How Hettie Halstead EL Compares
See how Hettie Halstead 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
910 N MAIN ST, Copperas Cove, TX 76522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hettie Halstead EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAT CARNEY EL (rated 8.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Killeen), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOUSE CREEK EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLARKE EL (rated 8.1/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Fort Cavazos), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Copperas Cove, see our Copperas Cove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CROSSROADS H S Copperas Cove | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| WEE CARE SCHOOL Copperas Cove | 0.7 mi | — |
| J L WILLIAMS/LOVETT LEDGER EL Copperas Cove | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| FAIRVIEW/MISS JEWELL EL Copperas Cove | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| COPPERAS COVE H S Copperas Cove | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| COPPERAS COVE J H Copperas Cove | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| S C LEE J H Copperas Cove | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MAE STEVENS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Copperas Cove | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| C R CLEMENTS/HOLLIE PARSONS EL Copperas Cove | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| HOUSE CREEK EL Copperas Cove | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| MARTIN WALKER EL Copperas Cove | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| PRIORITY CHARTER SCHOOLS COPPERAS COVE Morgans Point Resort | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| AUDIE MURPHY MIDDLE Fort Cavazos | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
| OVETA CULP HOBBY EL Fort Cavazos | 3.9 mi | 6.1 |
| TAYLOR CREEK EL Lampasas | 4.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MONTAGUE VILLAGE EL Fort Cavazos | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
| PAT CARNEY EL Killeen | 5.4 mi | 8.7 |
| CLARKE EL Fort Cavazos | 5.2 mi | 8.1 |
| KILLEEN ISD EARLY COLLEGE H S Fort Cavazos | 5.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ADVENTHEALTH SCHOOL Killeen | 5.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76522 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,629
Median Home Value
$174,000
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
Population
41,895
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AIKEN EL Brownsville, TX | 6.8 |
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Beaumont, TX | 6.8 |
| BARBARA JORDAN EL Richmond, TX | 6.8 |
| BLANTON EL Carrollton, TX | 6.8 |
| BRIGHT ACAD Frisco, TX | 6.8 |
| CANO-GONZALEZ EL Edinburg, TX | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hettie Halstead EL
What grades does Hettie Halstead EL serve?
Hettie Halstead EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hettie Halstead EL?
Hettie Halstead EL has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hettie Halstead EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Hettie Halstead EL is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hettie Halstead EL rank in TX?
Hettie Halstead EL ranks #3,566 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Hettie Halstead EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Hettie Halstead EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Hettie Halstead EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hettie Halstead EL has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hettie Halstead EL a charter school?
No, Hettie Halstead EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hettie Halstead EL a Title I school?
No, Hettie Halstead EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hettie Halstead EL?
68.2% of students at Hettie Halstead 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Coryell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (254) 547-3440
Resources & Links
District
COPPERAS COVE ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,959
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,315
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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