Below Average
#6544 of 8,552 schools in TX
Timber Ridge EL
Elementary School · KILLEEN ISD
5402 WHITE ROCK DR, Killeen, TX 76542
Enrollment
747
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
747
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,544 of 8,552
In Killeen
#21 of 35
public schools
In district
#34 of 50
KILLEEN ISD
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Timber Ridge EL
Elementary School in Killeen · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Timber Ridge EL
Timber Ridge EL is a public elementary school in Killeen, TX, part of KILLEEN ISD. Timber Ridge EL serves approximately 747 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Timber Ridge EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,544 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Timber Ridge EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Timber Ridge EL — Students at Timber Ridge EL score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
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: 3.8/10.
How Timber Ridge EL Compares
See how Timber Ridge 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
5402 WHITE ROCK DR, Killeen, TX 76542
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Timber Ridge EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAUDE MOORE WOOD EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CEDAR VALLEY EL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SKIPCHA EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Harker Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Killeen, see our Killeen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIBERTY HILL MIDDLE Killeen | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| CEDAR VALLEY EL Killeen | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| UNION GROVE MIDDLE Harker Heights | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW EL Harker Heights | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| MAUDE MOORE WOOD EL Killeen | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| IRA CROSS JR EL Killeen | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| SKIPCHA EL Harker Heights | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| HARKER HEIGHTS EL Harker Heights | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| GATEWAY MIDDLE Killeen | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| GATEWAY H S Killeen | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| SAEGERT EL Killeen | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| CHAPARRAL H S Killeen | 2.3 mi | — |
| TRIMMIER EL Killeen | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| EXCELLENT COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Killeen | 2.8 mi | — |
| HARKER HEIGHTS H S Harker Heights | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| MANOR MIDDLE Killeen | 2.8 mi | 2.4 |
| EASTERN HILLS MIDDLE Harker Heights | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Killeen | 3.1 mi | — |
| MEMORIAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Killeen | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| KILLEEN H S Killeen | 3.5 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76542 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,891
Median Home Value
$228,500
Median Rent
$1,237/mo
Population
53,631
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
32.1
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| ALVIN EL Alvin, TX | 4.9 |
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| BEBENSEE EL Arlington, TX | 4.9 |
| CANTON EL Canton, TX | 4.9 |
| CARROLL T WELCH EL El Paso, TX | 4.9 |
| CARTER ACADEMY Houston, TX | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Timber Ridge EL
What grades does Timber Ridge EL serve?
Timber Ridge EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Timber Ridge EL?
Timber Ridge EL has an enrollment of approximately 747 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Timber Ridge EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Timber Ridge EL is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Timber Ridge EL rank in TX?
Timber Ridge EL ranks #6,544 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Timber Ridge EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Timber Ridge EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Timber Ridge EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Timber Ridge EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Timber Ridge EL a charter school?
No, Timber Ridge EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Timber Ridge EL a Title I school?
No, Timber Ridge EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Timber Ridge EL?
62.9% of students at Timber Ridge 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
- 747
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (254) 336-6630
Resources & Links
District
KILLEEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 43,864
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,818
- District Rank
- #34 of 50
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