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Best 76542 Texas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,074 students in 76542, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 76542, TX are C E Ellison High School and Pathways Academic Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 76542 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 76542, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 76542 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is C E Ellison High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76542, TX Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
C E Ellison High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
909 E Elms Rd
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-0600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,761 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Pathways Academic Campus
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1322 Stagecoach Rd
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-7250
Gr: 9-12 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Chaparral High School
4400 Chaparral Rd
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 336-2447
Gr: 9-12 | 2,031 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 76542, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 76542, TX include C E Ellison High School and Pathways Academic Campus.
How many public high schools are located in 76542?
3 public high schools are located in 76542.
What is the racial composition of students in 76542?
76542 public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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