Serving 982 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Saegert Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 982 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saegert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Saegert Elementary School's student population of 982 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
982 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Saegert Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saegert Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#3055 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
37%
13%
White
17%
25%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saegert Elementary School's ranking?
Saegert Elementary School is ranked #3055 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Saegert Elementary School often compared to?
Saegert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trimmier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Saegert Elementary School?
982 students attend Saegert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Saegert Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saegert Elementary School?
Saegert Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saegert Elementary School offer ?
Saegert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Saegert Elementary School part of?
Saegert Elementary School is part of Killeen Independent School District.
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