School Overview
C. E. Ellison High School, located in Killeen, Texas, is a comprehensive public high school serving the Killeen Independent School District. As one of the prominent secondary institutions in the region, the school is known for its commitment to academic achievement and a wide array of extracurricular offerings, ranging from competitive UIL athletics to fine arts and specialized career-technical programs. The school serves a diverse student body, often reflecting the unique demographic influences of the nearby Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood) military installation.

The campus emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to enter higher education, the military, or the workforce. By fostering a culture of community and school spirit, Ellison High School strives to provide a supportive environment that encourages student involvement and personal growth. Through its partnership with the Killeen ISD, the school utilizes district-wide resources to maintain modern facilities and a curriculum aimed at meeting both state educational standards and the specific needs of its local community.
1,761
Total Students
104.7
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
58.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for C E ELLISON H S
Demographic Student Count
White199
Hispanic560
Black764
Asian51
Two or More141
American Indian4
Pacific Islander42
  • Black
    764 (43.4%)
  • Hispanic
    560 (31.8%)
  • White
    199 (11.3%)
  • Two or More
    141 (8.0%)
  • Asian
    51 (2.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    42 (2.4%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: KILLEEN ISD
Phone: (254)336-0600
Website: http://www.killeenisd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,761
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 104.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 995
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 39
Grades Taught
Grade 9 550
Grade 10 444
Grade 11 368
Grade 12 399

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for C E ELLISON H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9550
Grade 10444
Grade 11368
Grade 12399
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for C E ELLISON H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female83247.2%
Male92952.8%