Needs Improvement
#8369 of 8,552 schools in TX
Palo Alto Middle
Middle School · KILLEEN ISD
2301 W ELMS RD, Killeen, TX 76549
Enrollment
759
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
2.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
759
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
2.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,369 of 8,552
In Killeen
#34 of 35
public schools
In district
#49 of 50
KILLEEN ISD
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About Palo Alto Middle
Palo Alto Middle is a public middle school in Killeen, TX, part of KILLEEN ISD. Palo Alto Middle serves approximately 759 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Palo Alto Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,369 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Palo Alto Middle show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Palo Alto Middle 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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Palo Alto Middle — Students at Palo Alto Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.1%
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: 2.7/10.
How Palo Alto Middle Compares
See how Palo Alto Middle 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
2301 W ELMS RD, Killeen, TX 76549
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palo Alto Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ROY J SMITH MIDDLE (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIVE OAK RIDGE MIDDLE (rated 4.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Killeen, see our Killeen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAXDALE EL Killeen | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| WILLOW SPRINGS EL Killeen | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| GREATER LOVE LEARNING ACADEMY LLC Killeen | 0.8 mi | — |
| LIVE OAK RIDGE MIDDLE Killeen | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| PERSHING PARK EL Killeen | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| REECES CREEK EL Killeen | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ROY J SMITH MIDDLE Killeen | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| VENABLE VILLAGE EL Fort Cavazos | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| ROBERT M SHOEMAKER H S Killeen | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| IDUMA EL Killeen | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| HAYNES EL Killeen | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| C E ELLISON H S Killeen | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| MEMORIAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Killeen | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| CLIFTON PARK EL Killeen | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| CLEAR CREEK EL Fort Cavazos | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Killeen | 2.2 mi | — |
| ADVENTHEALTH SCHOOL Killeen | 2.4 mi | — |
| EL ALTER LEARNING CENTER Killeen | 2.6 mi | — |
| DR JOSEPH A FOWLER EL Killeen | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| TRIMMIER EL Killeen | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76549 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,536
Median Home Value
$202,100
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
56,083
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
29.3
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| BURNET MIDDLE Austin, TX | 2.8 |
| MARSHALL MIDDLE Beaumont, TX | 2.8 |
| NEFF MIDDLE San Antonio, TX | 2.8 |
| VINCENT MIDDLE Beaumont, TX | 2.8 |
| PLUMMER MIDDLE Houston, TX | 2.7 |
| GREENVILLE MIDDLE Greenville, TX | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palo Alto Middle
What grades does Palo Alto Middle serve?
Palo Alto Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Palo Alto Middle?
Palo Alto Middle has an enrollment of approximately 759 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palo Alto Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Palo Alto Middle is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palo Alto Middle rank in TX?
Palo Alto Middle ranks #8,369 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Palo Alto Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Palo Alto Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Palo Alto Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palo Alto Middle has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palo Alto Middle a charter school?
No, Palo Alto Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palo Alto Middle a Title I school?
No, Palo Alto Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palo Alto Middle?
87.1% of students at Palo Alto Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 759
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.0%
- Phone
- (254) 336-1200
Resources & Links
District
KILLEEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 43,864
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,818
- District Rank
- #49 of 50
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