Summary:
Zip code 76559 in Nolanville, Texas, is served by two public elementary schools, Nolanville Elementary and Richard E Cavazos Elementary, both part of the Killeen Independent School District (Isd) and serving grades PK through 5.
Richard E Cavazos Elementary is the clear standout in this area, ranking in the 82nd percentile statewide (4-star rating) and consistently outperforming its neighbor. In contrast, Nolanville Elementary ranks in the 64th percentile (3-star rating). The most dramatic difference is in mathematics: Cavazos Elementary’s 4th-grade math proficiency (68.54%) was nearly double Nolanville’s (34.19%), and its 5th-grade math score (72.86%) far exceeded the state average (46.24%). Cavazos also leads in 5th-grade science (44.29% vs. 35.58%) and reading (70.00% vs. 65.69%). Notably, Cavazos achieves these results with a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students (57.50% free/reduced lunch) compared to Nolanville (53.63%), and with a lower per-student spending ($10,501 vs. $11,315). This demonstrates that school-level leadership and resource efficiency can overcome socioeconomic challenges.
Both schools significantly exceed the district average in 5th-grade science (20.86%), suggesting a district-wide strength in that subject. However, the academic gap between the two schools is stark, with Cavazos Elementary maintaining a 4-star rating for three consecutive years while Nolanville has fluctuated between 2 and 3 stars. For parents, Richard E Cavazos Elementary offers top-tier performance within the district, while Nolanville Elementary provides a more average experience aligned with district norms.
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