Serving 973 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Skipcha Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skipcha Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Skipcha Elementary School's student population of 973 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
973 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Skipcha Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skipcha Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#2105 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
23%
13%
White
32%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skipcha Elementary School's ranking?
Skipcha Elementary School is ranked #2105 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Skipcha Elementary School often compared to?
Skipcha Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Elementary School, Cedar Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Skipcha Elementary School?
973 students attend Skipcha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Skipcha Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skipcha Elementary School?
Skipcha Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Skipcha Elementary School offer ?
Skipcha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Skipcha Elementary School part of?
Skipcha Elementary School is part of Killeen ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 5/24/2014
My child has far beyond her academic expectations while enrolled at Skipcha Elementary. Staff is friendly and teachers have a wonderful working relationship with me. Great great school!!!!
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