Serving 630 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School's student population of 630 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School is 0.02, which is less 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
#2996 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School's ranking?
Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School is ranked #2996 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School?
630 students attend Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School?
Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School offer ?
Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School part of?
Radcliffe & Sue Killam Elementary School is part of United Independent School District.
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