EAST WARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

EAST WARD EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the KILLEEN ISD school district, located in KILLEEN, TX with about 494 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, EAST WARD EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

EAST WARD ELementary School, located at 1608 E. Rancier Ave. in Killeen, Texas, is a public school operating under the Killeen Independent School District (KISD). As part of a large and diverse district that serves a significant population of military-connected families due to its proximity to Fort Cavazos, the school is dedicated to providing comprehensive primary education that emphasizes foundational academic skills and character development.

The school functions within the broader framework of the Killeen ISD, which focuses on preparing students for success through rigorous curriculum standards and community engagement. As an element of this district, EAST WARD ELementary aims to foster a supportive learning environment that addresses the unique needs of its student body, utilizing the district's resources to promote student achievement, technological integration, and a culture of inclusivity.

For more information, contact EAST WARD EL at (254) 336-1650 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.