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Best 76542 Texas Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 6,772 students in 76542, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 76542, TX are Maude Moore Wood Elementary School, Cedar Valley Elementary School and Saegert Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 76542 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 76542, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76542, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maude Moore Wood Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6410 Morganite Ln
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-1650
Gr: PK-5 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Cedar Valley Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4801 Chantz Dr
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-1480
Gr: PK-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Saegert Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5600 Schorn Dr
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-6660
Gr: PK-5 | 940 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Alice W Douse Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
700 Rebecca Lynn Ln
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-7480
Gr: PK-5 | 893 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Charles E Patterson Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
8383 W Trimmier Rd
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Reeces Creek Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
400 W Stan Schlueter Loop
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-2150
Gr: PK-5 | 832 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
Timber Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5402 White Rock Dr
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-6630
Gr: PK-5 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #88.
Liberty Hill Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4500 Kit Carson Trl
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-1370
Gr: 6-8 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #99.
Trimmier Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4400 Success Dr
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-2270
Gr: PK-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 76542, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 76542, TX include Maude Moore Wood Elementary School, Cedar Valley Elementary School and Saegert Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 76542?
9 public elementary schools are located in 76542.
What is the racial composition of students in 76542?
76542 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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