Serving 730 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Oveta Culp Hobby 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School's student population of 730 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
730 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#2600 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
34%
54%
Black
20%
13%
White
32%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School's ranking?
Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School is ranked #2600 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School?
730 students attend Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School?
Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School offer ?
Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School part of?
Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School is part of Killeen Independent School District.
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