C. E. Ellison High School is a public high school in the city of Killeen, Bell County, Texas. It is one of six high schools in the Killeen Independent School District, and during 2024–2026 is classified as a 5A school by the University Interscholastic League.
Serving 1,761 students in grades 9-12, C E Ellison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,761 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: C E Ellison High School serves the southern part of Killeen, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 88.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
C E Ellison High School's student population of 1,761 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,761 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Rankings
C E Ellison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C E Ellison High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6380 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
32%
54%
Black
43%
13%
White
11%
24%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Ellison Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C E Ellison High School's ranking?
C E Ellison High School is ranked #6380 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are C E Ellison High School often compared to?
C E Ellison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert M Shoemaker High School, Killeen High School, Harker Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of C E Ellison High School?
The graduation rate of C E Ellison High School is 89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend C E Ellison High School?
1,761 students attend C E Ellison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of C E Ellison High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C E Ellison High School?
C E Ellison High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does C E Ellison High School offer ?
C E Ellison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is C E Ellison High School part of?
C E Ellison High School is part of Killeen Independent School District.
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