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Best 76549 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 9,969 students in 76549, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 76549, TX are Dr Joseph A Fowler Elementary School, Haynes Elementary School and Iduma Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76549 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76549, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76549, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr Joseph A Fowler Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4910 Katy Creek Ln
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 336-1760
Gr: PK-5 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Haynes Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3309 W Canadian River Loop
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 336-6750
Gr: PK-5 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Iduma Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4400 Foster Ln
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 336-2590
Gr: PK-5 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Pat Carney Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5501 Azura Way
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 336-1940
Gr: PK-5 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Roy J Smith Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6000 Brushy Creek Dr
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 336-1050
Gr: 6-8 | 1,135 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Maxdale Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2600 Westwood Dr
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 336-2460
Gr: PK-5 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
Live Oak Ridge Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2600 Robinett Rd
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 336-2490
Gr: 6-8 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Willow Springs Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2501 W Stan Schlueter Loop
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 336-2020
Gr: PK-5 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #99.
Robert M Shoemaker High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3302 S Clear Creek Rd
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 336-0900
Gr: 9-12 | 2,165 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1010.
Pershing Park Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1500 W Central Texas Expwy
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 336-1790
Gr: PK-5 | 934 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1111.
Palo Alto Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2301 W Elms Rd
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 336-1200
Gr: 6-8 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
El Alter Learning Center
Alternative School
4910 Katy Creek Ln
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 336-1760
Gr: K-5 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 85%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 76549, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76549, TX include Dr Joseph A Fowler Elementary School, Haynes Elementary School and Iduma Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 76549?
12 public schools are located in 76549.
What is the racial composition of students in 76549?
76549 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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