Serving 2,658 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C E Ellison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
C E Ellison High School's student population of 2,658 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 143 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
143 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
C E Ellison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C E Ellison High School is 0.71, 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
#6188 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
33%
53%
Black
40%
13%
White
14%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #6188 out of 8,188 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend C E Ellison High School?
2,658 students attend C E Ellison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of C E Ellison High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C E Ellison High School?
C E Ellison High School has a student ration of 19:1, 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 ISD School District.
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