Ira Cross Jr Elementary

Ira Cross Jr. Elementary sits in Killeen, a city shaped by its close ties to Fort Cavazos and the military families who call it home — meaning the student body tends to be wonderfully diverse and resilient, with kids who've often experienced more of the world than most. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, with math being a clear bright spot, making it a reasonable fit for families looking for a stable, community-minded environment. Killeen itself is affordable and unpretentious, with a strong sense of transient-but-tight-knit community that tends to suit military and working families well.