Very Good
#2919 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 34% in state
Skipcha EL
Elementary School · KILLEEN ISD
515 PROSPECTOR TRL, Harker Heights, TX 76548
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,919 of 8,552
In Harker Heights
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#13 of 50
KILLEEN ISD
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Skipcha EL
Elementary School in Harker Heights · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Skipcha EL
Skipcha EL is a public elementary school in Harker Heights, TX, part of KILLEEN ISD. Skipcha EL serves approximately 968 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Skipcha EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,919 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Skipcha EL show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Skipcha EL — Students at Skipcha EL score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.1%
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: 7.7/10.
How Skipcha EL Compares
See how Skipcha 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
515 PROSPECTOR TRL, Harker Heights, TX 76548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Skipcha EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAUDE MOORE WOOD EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Killeen), which scores notably higher. Another option is CEDAR VALLEY EL (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Killeen), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IRA CROSS JR EL (rated 7.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Killeen), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Harker Heights, see our Harker Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNTAIN VIEW EL Harker Heights | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| UNION GROVE MIDDLE Harker Heights | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| HARKER HEIGHTS H S Harker Heights | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| MAUDE MOORE WOOD EL Killeen | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| EASTERN HILLS MIDDLE Harker Heights | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| TIMBER RIDGE EL Killeen | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| HARKER HEIGHTS EL Harker Heights | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| NOLAN MIDDLE Harker Heights | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| LIBERTY HILL MIDDLE Killeen | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| CEDAR VALLEY EL Killeen | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| NOLANVILLE EL Nolanville | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| IRA CROSS JR EL Killeen | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CHAPARRAL H S Killeen | 3.3 mi | — |
| GATEWAY MIDDLE Killeen | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| GATEWAY H S Killeen | 3.6 mi | 5.1 |
| EXCELLENT COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Killeen | 4.0 mi | — |
| BELL COUNTY INSPIRE ACADEMY Killeen | 4.3 mi | 5.2 |
| BELL CO J J A E P Killeen | 4.3 mi | — |
| KILLEEN JJAEP Harker Heights | 4.3 mi | — |
| BELL CO J J A E P Temple | 4.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,847
Median Home Value
$268,000
Median Rent
$1,113/mo
Population
33,071
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Skipcha EL
What grades does Skipcha EL serve?
Skipcha EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Skipcha EL?
Skipcha EL has an enrollment of approximately 968 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Skipcha EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Skipcha EL is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Skipcha EL rank in TX?
Skipcha EL ranks #2,919 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Skipcha EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Skipcha EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Skipcha EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Skipcha EL has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Skipcha EL a charter school?
No, Skipcha EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Skipcha EL a Title I school?
No, Skipcha EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Skipcha EL?
49.1% of students at Skipcha 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
- 968
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.1%
- Phone
- (254) 336-6690
Resources & Links
District
KILLEEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 43,864
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,818
- District Rank
- #13 of 50
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