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#8191 of 8,552 schools in TX

Venable Village EL

Elementary School · KILLEEN ISD

60160 VENABLE RD, Fort Cavazos, TX 76544

Enrollment

684

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#8,191 of 8,552

In Fort Cavazos

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#47 of 50

KILLEEN ISD

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Venable Village EL

3.2/10

Elementary School in Fort Cavazos · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Venable Village EL

Venable Village EL is a public elementary school in Fort Cavazos, TX, part of KILLEEN ISD. Venable Village EL serves approximately 684 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Venable Village EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,191 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Venable Village EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares3.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.3
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-5.86 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,818
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Venable Village EL — Students at Venable Village EL score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 18 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
37.2%
ELA
49.1%
2024
Math
35%
ELA
46%

* 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: 1.3/10.

How Venable Village EL Compares

See how Venable Village EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
4th percentile in TX
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

60160 VENABLE RD, Fort Cavazos, TX 76544

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Venable Village EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLIFTON PARK EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Killeen), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLARKE EL (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PERSHING PARK EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Killeen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Cavazos, see our Fort Cavazos schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
PERSHING PARK EL Killeen 1.0 mi 7.4
MEADOWS EL Fort Cavazos 1.2 mi 6.5
MAXDALE EL Killeen 1.5 mi 4.9
LIVE OAK RIDGE MIDDLE Killeen 1.6 mi 4.2
CLEAR CREEK EL Fort Cavazos 1.7 mi 7.3
PALO ALTO MIDDLE Killeen 2.0 mi 2.8
CLIFTON PARK EL Killeen 1.9 mi 8.1
GREATER LOVE LEARNING ACADEMY LLC Killeen 2.5 mi
RICHARD MILBURN ALTER H S (KILLEEN) Killeen 2.2 mi 3.3
ROBERT M SHOEMAKER H S Killeen 2.4 mi 4.4
WILLOW SPRINGS EL Killeen 2.7 mi 6.4
ADVENTHEALTH SCHOOL Killeen 2.4 mi
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Killeen 2.7 mi
C E ELLISON H S Killeen 2.9 mi 4.2
REECES CREEK EL Killeen 3.1 mi 4.3
IDUMA EL Killeen 2.9 mi 5.6
KILLEEN ISD EARLY COLLEGE H S Fort Cavazos 2.8 mi 7.3
MEMORIAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Killeen 3.1 mi 7.7
KILLEEN EL Killeen 2.9 mi 7.3
CLARKE EL Fort Cavazos 2.9 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,753

Median Rent

$1,367/mo

Population

26,896

College Educated

26.9%

Homeownership

0.2%

Avg Commute

11.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

21.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Venable Village EL

What grades does Venable Village EL serve?

Venable Village EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Venable Village EL?

Venable Village EL has an enrollment of approximately 684 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Venable Village EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Venable Village 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 Venable Village EL rank in TX?

Venable Village EL ranks #8,191 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Venable Village EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Venable Village EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Venable Village EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Venable Village EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is Venable Village EL a charter school?

No, Venable Village EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Venable Village EL a Title I school?

No, Venable Village EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Venable Village EL?

72.2% of students at Venable Village 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

KILLEEN ISD
District Enrollment
43,864
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,818
District Rank
#47 of 50

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