Excellent
#1001 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 12% in state
House Creek EL
Elementary School · COPPERAS COVE ISD
351 LUTHERAN CHURCH RD, Copperas Cove, TX 76522
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,001 of 8,552
In Copperas Cove
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
COPPERAS COVE ISD
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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House Creek EL
Elementary School in Copperas Cove · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About House Creek EL
House Creek EL is a public elementary school in Copperas Cove, TX, part of COPPERAS COVE ISD. House Creek EL serves approximately 579 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. House Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,001 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for House Creek EL show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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House Creek EL — Students at House Creek EL score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 26 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 House Creek EL Compares
See how House Creek 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
351 LUTHERAN CHURCH RD, Copperas Cove, TX 76522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering House Creek EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAT CARNEY EL (rated 8.7/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Killeen), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CLARKE EL (rated 8.1/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Fort Cavazos), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MONTAGUE VILLAGE EL (rated 7.8/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Fort Cavazos), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Copperas Cove, see our Copperas Cove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| S C LEE J H Copperas Cove | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| J L WILLIAMS/LOVETT LEDGER EL Copperas Cove | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| COPPERAS COVE H S Copperas Cove | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| HETTIE HALSTEAD EL Copperas Cove | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| WEE CARE SCHOOL Copperas Cove | 2.5 mi | — |
| FAIRVIEW/MISS JEWELL EL Copperas Cove | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CROSSROADS H S Copperas Cove | 2.5 mi | 3.7 |
| COPPERAS COVE J H Copperas Cove | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| MAE STEVENS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Copperas Cove | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| MARTIN WALKER EL Copperas Cove | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| C R CLEMENTS/HOLLIE PARSONS EL Copperas Cove | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PRIORITY CHARTER SCHOOLS COPPERAS COVE Morgans Point Resort | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| TAYLOR CREEK EL Lampasas | 4.8 mi | 7.6 |
| AUDIE MURPHY MIDDLE Fort Cavazos | 4.6 mi | 4.3 |
| OVETA CULP HOBBY EL Fort Cavazos | 5.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTAGUE VILLAGE EL Fort Cavazos | 5.8 mi | 7.8 |
| CLARKE EL Fort Cavazos | 6.3 mi | 8.1 |
| KILLEEN ISD EARLY COLLEGE H S Fort Cavazos | 6.4 mi | 7.3 |
| PAT CARNEY EL Killeen | 7.3 mi | 8.7 |
| ADVENTHEALTH SCHOOL Killeen | 7.2 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about House Creek EL
What grades does House Creek EL serve?
House Creek EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend House Creek EL?
House Creek EL has an enrollment of approximately 579 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at House Creek EL?
The student-teacher ratio at House Creek EL is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does House Creek EL rank in TX?
House Creek EL ranks #1,001 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is House Creek EL's MySchoolScout rating?
House Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 House Creek EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, House Creek EL has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is House Creek EL a charter school?
No, House Creek EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is House Creek EL a Title I school?
No, House Creek EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for House Creek EL?
58.2% of students at House Creek 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
- 579
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Coryell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (254) 518-3000
Resources & Links
District
COPPERAS COVE ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,959
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,315
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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