Richard E Cavazos Elementary School

Posted: July 7, 2025

Hands down a fantastic elementary school, especially for being part of the Killeen school district.

I have a fifth grader who has attended since kindergarten. He has loved all of his teachers and it’s insane how many teachers, counselors, and aides all remember his name and are always so friendly. They seem to care about all kids and every staff member I have interacted with is generally in a good mood. There is always a very active security person present on campus.

There are SO many parent/student nights and various activities that your child can get involved in. Our favorite has been marimba (percussion instruments) band.

The principal is changing going into the 25-26 school year so hopefully all of these positives remain despite the change in leadership.

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Posted: October 6, 2023

Cavazos is everything you could ever want in an Elementary School! They have excellent teachers and a happy environment. They do many family nights/events and welcome parent’s participation at school. I moved to this neighborhood specifically so my kids could attend Cavazos.

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Posted: September 9, 2018

Posted: September 9, 2018

Teacher at this school push their own political views and agenda. They will punish a child based on nothing but their own personal opinion, not the school or KISD policy.

Posted: September 9, 2018

Posted: September 9, 2018

The principal, Joe Gullekson, pushes the typical liberal agenda. He supports punishing children who don't fall in line with what he believes while threatening parents who question his authority.

Posted: September 9, 2018

If your child doesn't fall in line with the personal beliefs of the teachers and staff they will mistreat children until they do. As long as you and your child are mindless sheep and do not ever question their views you should be fine.

Posted: September 9, 2018

The teachers and staff make up their own rules and do not follow their own student guidelines.

Posted: August 4, 2016

This school is wonderful. I have a fifth grader a kindergartner. Both are having so much fun. We have been at Cavazos since 2009. There are many opportunities for the student and the parents to participate in the school. Such as "Math Night", "Parent Night", "Science Night", and "Reading Night". These are opportunities for parents to take their students and see what activities are being done in the classroom and how much fun their students have participating in the events. Depending on the season, said night will be themed and that much more enjoyable. On another note, every single teacher I have encountered at Cavazos are caring, thoughtful and enthusiastic about teaching students. There is only one downside, the zoning for Nolanville is repairable. Having my student go to a middle school two towns away is unbearable. Not only that, if I want my student to transfer to a closer school (out of district) I will have to pay a out of district fee of HUNDREDS of dollars every year. Rancier MS has very low ratings and many complaints of bullying. I hate the idea of going from a great, fun school to a lesser school. Good luck parents!!

Posted: August 4, 2016

All of the teachers I have interacted with have a genuine concern for the success of their students, not just with test scores but with their overall education. I had two children attend from the grades of 2nd - 5th and pre K - 2nd grade. My eldest child's 4th grade teacher noticed there was a possible learning disability and approached me to get her tested for Dyslexia. Because of her, my daughter received and continues to receive the coping skills needed for her to be successful.

Posted: August 4, 2016

The amount of homework is relative to any other school. From 1st to 5th grade, most teachers will only send home what the students do not finish in the classroom, unless there is a project for them to complete. The higher grades will get reasonable homework.

Posted: August 4, 2016

Absolutely. Cavazos has a strong community presence and encourages its students to be apart of it as well. They show these characteristics by behaving as such. Any behavior from teachers, volunteers and students are quickly resolved.

Posted: May 14, 2014

If you have a child with special needs this school is not for you. To be honest the entire KISD is a joke when it comes to children with special needs. If you're moving to this area I would consider moving to Belton or Temple and keep your kids out of KISD. This school doesn't promote parental involvement, they don't follow my son's IEP, and they don't promote inclusion/mainstreaming. My son has regressed since being at this school. This school keeps him in a self-contained classroom for as long as humanly possible and he's in a class with k-2nd grade so he isn't getting enough time with his actual peers in an actual kindergarten class. This school is lazy and unsupportive. Good schools should promote inclusion, encourage parent involvement, FOLLOW IEPs - this school does not. If you have a child with special needs and they HAVE to go to this school (or any school in KISD) get an advocate!

Posted: September 9, 2013

This is my sons first year at Richard E Cavazos Elementary. I am so impressed with this year already. My son is excited about school, eager to go every morning and overall extremely happy! He had a very rough year last year at Maxdale and hated school. I cannot believe that this is the same kid! His teacher, Mr. Marhler, makes his day! He is overjoyed with all the hands on learning in the classroom and the friendliness of the teachers. Thank you Rchard E Cavazos!

Posted: February 20, 2013

I worried and researched the area schools a lot as we looked for a home in the area. I am so glad that we ended up in the Cavozos Elem school zone. The school has an active PTO, great family nights, amazing staff, and offers a fun, safe, and clean learning environment. I am blessed to have the oppertunity to volunteer within my daughter's classroom once a week and can honestly say that the teachers care about each child and wants them to succeed.

Posted: May 29, 2012

This is a great school. Everyone from the Principle to the custodians show genuine pride for each of the students. They all do their best to provide all that my children need while in their care.

Posted: April 26, 2010

Similar to any other KISD school. We attended Nolanville for 3yrs and I thought that Nolanville was a much better school with a better group of kids/parents. I'm sure Cavazos has the ability to be better, but so far I'm left disappointed.

Posted: March 29, 2010