Serving 2,187 students in grades 9-12, Killeen 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Killeen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Killeen High School's student population of 2,187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Killeen High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Killeen High School is 0.72, 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
#4273 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
35%
13%
White
16%
26%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Killeen High School's ranking?
Killeen High School is ranked #4273 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Killeen High School often compared to?
Killeen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harker Heights High School, C E Ellison High School, Robert M Shoemaker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Killeen High School?
The graduation rate of Killeen High School is 86%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Killeen High School?
2,187 students attend Killeen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Killeen High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Killeen High School?
Killeen High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Killeen High School offer ?
Killeen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Killeen High School part of?
Killeen High School is part of Killeen ISD School District.
School Reviews
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