For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,264 students in 76543, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 76543, TX are Gateway High School and Killeen High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 76543 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 76543, TX have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 76543 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Killeen High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76543, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gateway High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4100 Zephyr Rd
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 336-1700
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 336-1700
Gr: 9-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Killeen High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 N 38th St
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 336-7208
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 336-7208
Gr: 9-12 | 2,166 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Bell Co J J A E P
Alternative School
4800 E Rancier Ave
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 690-7022
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 690-7022
Gr: 10 | 1 student
76543, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bell County Jjaep (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
306 College Ave
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 793-2850
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 793-2850
Gr: K-12
Bell County Juv Det Center (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
4800 E Rancier Ave
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 618-4268
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 618-4268
Gr: 6-11 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
4100 Zephyr Rd
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 501-1680
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 501-1680
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
902 Rev R A Abercombie Dr
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 501-1720
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 501-1720
Gr: PK-5 | 258 students Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 76543, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 76543, TX include Gateway High School and Killeen High School.
How many public high schools are located in 76543?
3 public high schools are located in 76543.
What is the racial composition of students in 76543?
76543 public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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