For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,191 students in 76541, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 90 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 76541, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 76541, TX are Clifton Park Elementary School, Killeen Elementary School and Richard Milburn Alter H S (Killeen). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76541 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76541, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76541, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clifton Park Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1801 S 2nd St
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 336-1580
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 336-1580
Gr: PK-5 | 875 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Killeen Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1608 E Rancier Ave
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 336-1830
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 336-1830
Gr: PK-5 | 1,091 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Richard Milburn Alter H S (Killeen)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
802 N 8th St
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 634-4444
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 634-4444
Gr: 9-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Adventhealth School
Alternative School
2201 S Clear Creek Rd
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 336-0251
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 336-0251
Gr: 2-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
Priority Charter Schools - Killeen
Charter School
405 S 2nd St
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 499-4262
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 499-4262
Gr: K-5 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 76541, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76541, TX include Clifton Park Elementary School, Killeen Elementary School and Richard Milburn Alter H S (Killeen).
How many public schools are located in 76541?
5 public schools are located in 76541.
What percentage of students in 76541 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 76541 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76541?
76541 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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