Very Good
#2717 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 32% in state
Killeen EL
Elementary School · KILLEEN ISD
1608 E RANCIER AVE, Killeen, TX 76541
Enrollment
1,088
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,088
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,717 of 8,552
In Killeen
#5 of 35
public schools
In district
#10 of 50
KILLEEN ISD
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Killeen EL
Elementary School in Killeen · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Killeen EL
Killeen EL is a public elementary school in Killeen, TX, part of KILLEEN ISD. Killeen EL serves approximately 1,088 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Killeen EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,717 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Killeen EL show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Killeen 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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Killeen EL — Students at Killeen EL score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Killeen EL Compares
See how Killeen 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
1608 E RANCIER AVE, Killeen, TX 76541
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Killeen EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLIFTON PARK EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PERSHING PARK EL (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IRA CROSS JR EL (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Killeen, see our Killeen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEEBLES EL Killeen | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ALTER H S (KILLEEN) Killeen | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC ACADEMY Killeen | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| KILLEEN H S Killeen | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| KILLEEN ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Killeen | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| EXCELLENT COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Killeen | 1.6 mi | — |
| MANOR MIDDLE Killeen | 1.7 mi | 2.4 |
| BROOKHAVEN EL Killeen | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| RANCIER MIDDLE Killeen | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| GATEWAY H S Killeen | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| GATEWAY MIDDLE Killeen | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| CLIFTON PARK EL Killeen | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| IRA CROSS JR EL Killeen | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Killeen | 2.4 mi | — |
| MEADOWS EL Fort Cavazos | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| BELL COUNTY INSPIRE ACADEMY Killeen | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| BELL CO J J A E P Killeen | 2.4 mi | — |
| KILLEEN JJAEP Harker Heights | 2.4 mi | — |
| BELL CO J J A E P Temple | 2.4 mi | — |
| PERSHING PARK EL Killeen | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76541 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,739
Median Home Value
$97,500
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
18,571
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
23.5%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Killeen EL
What grades does Killeen EL serve?
Killeen EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Killeen EL?
Killeen EL has an enrollment of approximately 1,088 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Killeen EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Killeen EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Killeen EL rank in TX?
Killeen EL ranks #2,717 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Killeen EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Killeen EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Killeen EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Killeen EL has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Killeen EL a charter school?
No, Killeen EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Killeen EL a Title I school?
No, Killeen EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Killeen EL?
89.2% of students at Killeen 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
- 1,088
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (254) 336-1830
Resources & Links
District
KILLEEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 43,864
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,818
- District Rank
- #10 of 50
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