Robert M. Shoemaker High School is a public high school located in Killeen, Texas and classified as a 6A school by the University Interscholastic League. Formerly the Ellison 9th Grade Center, Robert M. Shoemaker is one of six high schools in the Killeen Independent School District located in western Bell County.
Serving 2,165 students in grades 9-12, Robert M Shoemaker 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert M Shoemaker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Robert M Shoemaker High School's student population of 2,165 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert M Shoemaker High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert M Shoemaker High School is 0.70, 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
#7000 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
29%
54%
Black
45%
13%
White
12%
24%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert M Shoemaker High School's ranking?
Robert M Shoemaker High School is ranked #7000 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Robert M Shoemaker High School often compared to?
Robert M Shoemaker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C E Ellison High School, Killeen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert M Shoemaker High School?
The graduation rate of Robert M Shoemaker High School is 88%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Robert M Shoemaker High School?
2,165 students attend Robert M Shoemaker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Robert M Shoemaker High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert M Shoemaker High School?
Robert M Shoemaker High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert M Shoemaker High School offer ?
Robert M Shoemaker High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Robert M Shoemaker High School part of?
Robert M Shoemaker High School is part of Killeen Independent School District.
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