Hill Country Arts Academy Photo - Our curriculum adopts a multi-sensory, project-based approach with literature at its heart. At Hill Country Arts, we aim to make reading a natural and enjoyable activity for our students by encouraging them to read in various settings, thereby increasing their comfort and confidence.

Best Killeen Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 12 private schools serving 1,175 students in Killeen, TX (there are 43 public schools, serving 29,684 public students). 4% of all K-12 students in Killeen, TX are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
The top ranked private schools in Killeen, TX include Memorial Christian Academy and St. Joseph Catholic Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the Texas private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
58% of private schools in Killeen, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Killeen Private Schools (2025)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Memorial Christian Academy
(Baptist)
(2)
4001 Trimmier Road
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 526-5403
Gr: PK-12 | 217 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joseph Catholic Academy
St. Joseph Catholic Academy Photo
(Catholic)
2901 E Rancier Ave
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 634-7272
Gr: PK-8 | 143 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bethel Temple Learning Center
(Christian)
(1)
3102 S Fort Hood Street
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 526-2042
Gr: PK-1 | 68 students
5016 Trimmier Rd
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 680-8377
Gr: PK-1 | 150 students
Creative Child Learning Arts Academy 2
Daycare / Preschool
2300 S Clear Creek Rd Ste 300
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 245-8986
Gr: PK-K | 165 students
3621 E Veterans Memorial Blvd
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 680-8277
Gr: K-4 | 10 students
Grace Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1007 Bacon Ranch Rd
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 285-9625
Gr: PK-K | 100 students
Greater Love Learning Academy Llc
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
3400 Old Fm 440 Rd
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 501-7379
Gr: PK-2 | 17 students
Hill Country Arts Academy
Hill Country Arts Academy Photo - Art is an integral part of Hill Country Arts Academy. All students study general art and have the option of declaring the visual arts as a major and studying art every day. Students can also declare majors in classical dance, musical theater, creative writing, or music.
Special Program Emphasis
3507 Trimmier Road Suite B
Killeen, TX 76542
(254) 213-0415
Gr: K-8 | 24 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Killeen Adventist Junior Academy
Killeen Adventist Junior Academy Photo - KAJA promotes a school culture that values diversity in the classroom.
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(2)
3412 Lake Road
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 699-9466
Gr: K-10 | 65 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
The Montessori Schools Of Central Texas
Montessori School (Christian)
5610 E Central Texas Expy # 2
Killeen, TX 76543
(254) 771-1116
Gr: PK-3 | 126 students Avg. class size: 30 students Tuition listed
Oak Creek Academy
1020 Trimmier Rd
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 526-9299
Gr: Inquire with school | 90 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Killeen, TX?
The top ranked private schools in Killeen, TX include Memorial Christian Academy and St. Joseph Catholic Academy.
How many private schools are located in Killeen?
12 private schools are located in Killeen.
How diverse are private schools in Killeen?
Killeen private schools are approximately 61% minority students, which is higher than the Texas private school average of 41%.
What percentage of students in Killeen go to private school?
4% of all K-12 students in Killeen are educated in private schools (compared to the TX state average of 6%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Killeen?
58% of private schools in Killeen are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).
Which private schools in Killeen are often viewed compared to one another?

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