Very Good
#1677 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 20% in state
Richard E Cavazos EL
Elementary School · KILLEEN ISD
1200 N 10TH ST, Nolanville, TX 76559
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,677 of 8,552
In Nolanville
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#5 of 50
KILLEEN ISD
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Richard E Cavazos EL
Elementary School in Nolanville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Richard E Cavazos EL
Richard E Cavazos EL is a public elementary school in Nolanville, TX, part of KILLEEN ISD. Richard E Cavazos EL serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Richard E Cavazos EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,677 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Richard E Cavazos EL show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Richard E Cavazos EL — Students at Richard E Cavazos EL score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72%
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: 7.3/10.
How Richard E Cavazos EL Compares
See how Richard E Cavazos 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
1200 N 10TH ST, Nolanville, TX 76559
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richard E Cavazos EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAUDE MOORE WOOD EL (rated 8.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Killeen), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SKIPCHA EL (rated 7.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Harker Heights), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NOLANVILLE EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Nolanville, see our Nolanville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOLANVILLE EL Nolanville | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| NOLAN MIDDLE Harker Heights | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| EASTERN HILLS MIDDLE Harker Heights | 3.5 mi | 3.7 |
| HARKER HEIGHTS H S Harker Heights | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| HAY BRANCH EL Killeen | 4.4 mi | 3.9 |
| SKIPCHA EL Harker Heights | 4.4 mi | 7.2 |
| HARKER HEIGHTS EL Harker Heights | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW EL Harker Heights | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
| UNION GROVE MIDDLE Harker Heights | 4.7 mi | 5.6 |
| BELL COUNTY INSPIRE ACADEMY Killeen | 5.1 mi | 5.2 |
| BELL CO J J A E P Killeen | 5.1 mi | — |
| KILLEEN JJAEP Harker Heights | 5.1 mi | — |
| BELL CO J J A E P Temple | 5.1 mi | — |
| MAUDE MOORE WOOD EL Killeen | 5.4 mi | 8.8 |
| TIMBER RIDGE EL Killeen | 5.9 mi | 4.9 |
| CHISHOLM TRAIL EL Belton | 6.1 mi | 3.5 |
| RANCIER MIDDLE Killeen | 6.2 mi | 3.0 |
| KILLEEN ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Killeen | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| GATEWAY MIDDLE Killeen | 6.0 mi | 6.6 |
| GATEWAY H S Killeen | 6.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,388
Median Home Value
$184,600
Median Rent
$1,159/mo
Population
6,896
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
69.3%
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richard E Cavazos EL
What grades does Richard E Cavazos EL serve?
Richard E Cavazos EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Richard E Cavazos EL?
Richard E Cavazos EL has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richard E Cavazos EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Richard E Cavazos EL is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richard E Cavazos EL rank in TX?
Richard E Cavazos EL ranks #1,677 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Richard E Cavazos EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Richard E Cavazos EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Richard E Cavazos EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richard E Cavazos EL has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Richard E Cavazos EL a charter school?
No, Richard E Cavazos EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richard E Cavazos EL a Title I school?
No, Richard E Cavazos EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richard E Cavazos EL?
72.0% of students at Richard E Cavazos 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
- 550
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.5%
- Phone
- (254) 336-7000
Resources & Links
District
KILLEEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 43,864
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,818
- District Rank
- #5 of 50
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