Rancier Middle School
Killeen, TX 76543
Phone: (254) 336-1252
Fax: (254) 680-6601
District: Killeen Independent School District
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades 6-8 • 735 students
Killeen's Rancier Middle School serves grades 6-8 in the Killeen Independent School District. Based on its state test results, it has received a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10.
Rancier Middle School is a public school located in Killeen, TX. 735 students attend Rancier Middle School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 2/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) data from Texas Education Agency. |
| Student Growth | 4/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Percentage of students meeting growth target data from Texas Education Agency. |
Posted: November 29, 2022
The fact that yall can't find a child that is on campus is beyond me and yall simply do not care enough kids come from better schools and as soon as they get to rancier don't learn anything.
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Posted: November 13, 2020
Worst school i have ever had to deal with
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Posted: November 13, 2020
Child was bullied by a teacher and administrator did nothing about it.
Posted: March 31, 2019
Horrible, horrific, exudes racism against blacks, not safe for students walking to school the priniciple allows for nuisance in the school parking lot giving way to child endangerment cross walk guard leaves safety post early
Posted: March 31, 2019
The students do not receive homework at this school
Posted: March 31, 2019
They don't give students homework at this school
Posted: March 31, 2019
They are leading with dislike of certain ethnicities, extremely ambiguous, egotistical, and exudes dislike for Blacks
Posted: March 31, 2019
Leadership depicts bias, racism, and disportationate towards certain ethnicities
Posted: March 31, 2019
To many students have not moved forward academically thus depicts lack of effective educators
Posted: May 21, 2018
The teachers don't care either the students they're there for a paycheck
Posted: May 21, 2018
Better teach it at home these teachers despise BLACKS especially intellectuals they try to stop intellectual parents from advocating for their child
Posted: May 21, 2018
Posted: May 21, 2018
Posted: May 21, 2018
They don't even deserve one star the worst school in Killeen
Posted: May 21, 2018
Racism is alive and well especially against black students
Posted: November 6, 2017
The counselor is good, Assistant Principal and Principal becareful with, the Principal seems Racists and wants control basically not wanting the parents to advocate and protect their child, so protect your child against some of these Racists teachers
Posted: November 6, 2017
Posted: November 6, 2017
They're some Racists and uncaring teachers, teaching just for the money
Posted: November 6, 2017
That's the parents job, my child is very honest and must be taught
Posted: November 6, 2017
There's definitely some Racists teachers and when exposed the principal doesn't like it, be careful when dealing with such ill character of a person, some teachers will fib and falsely document
Posted: November 6, 2017
There's no homework unless assignments aren't completed in class
Posted: November 6, 2017
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Posted: November 6, 2017
To threaten a parent for advocating for their child is ridiculous and depicts some of the ill character traits of some individuals in this school teaching the students, this school is worse than what I've expected and I can only hope for the best for the students and parents, it's extremely important to teach your children wisdom and to watch their backs with SOME of these Racist and uncaring teachers and some other individuals who can't be trusted, I'm sure if you're a parent you'll automatically sense evil, some Racist individuals exposed themselves to me early in the school year and their Superior seemed very irate with that fact and my child was extremely targeted, and the counselor was so kind to assist and switched the schedule around for the advancement and success of the child, school education is for students to succeed and become successful, not for the teachers to be their enemy because their African American
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Posted: March 9, 2017
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Posted: March 9, 2017
The school does it's best, but in the end it is up to the child and parents to enforce Integrity
Posted: March 9, 2017
Always willing to work with the student and parent to help the child improve and succeed. Going the extra mile to assure success.
Posted: March 9, 2017
Posted: March 9, 2017
My son is a 7th grader this year for his second year at Rancier Middle. I was nervous at first two years ago given it's middle school and things I heard. However I have to say my over all experience has been wonderful. The amazing teachers by far have exceeded all my expectations, they are truly the best!! There are there to meet with the parents and students, every time I have requested. Action plans are established to help when requested in any subject that needs improvement. The schools can only do so much, it takes parental involvement, attention and an interest from the Parents for your child's future to succeed. Rancier Middle School staff as always walked the extra mile with me to ensure my son's success.
Posted: August 4, 2016
Not really. With the overall experience I've encountered with the school and the staff I never saw any promotions for such characteristics. My child says she cannot recall a time where such things were discussed.
Posted: August 4, 2016
The teachers that made an impact on my child were the ones who showed compassion towards her and were willing to listen. They were effective because they showed that they cared by going to after school events and connecting with the students. One of the PE coaches actually went to my child's softball game on a weekend because she told my daughter that she would be there. Turns out that there were other students who were playing as well and those students were able to connect with the coach that same day. My daughter told me it allowed her to talk to the coach differently because they had something in common after that.
Posted: August 4, 2016
Most of the work is done at school. My child was not allowed to bring books home but I think that is normal through out the district. My child was given numerous chances through out the school year to make up her work with 'after school tutoring' (just stay after school with the teacher) to work on tests or to finish work if she was struggling. The only time she would bring home work was if she didn't finish it in class. The teachers were willing to stay after school to make accommodations.
Posted: August 4, 2016
If I could rate the KISD, I would. Rancier MS, is not bad nor the best. It takes some getting used to the uniform policy in 6th grade but quickly realize why. The zoning for the school is outrageous but that is an issue for the district not the school. The teachers here are there for a job but there are a few who truly care about the students. The PE coaches, math and Band instructors are the ones that have responded to me and my daughter and seem to enjoy what they do as educators for 6th and 7th grade.
The students are punished as a group. Mass punishment has its place but not for a small group of children causing the trouble. On more than one occasion the principal had the class do laps around the track as punishment. Those tactics (mass punishment) are also practiced within the classroom. Teachers, those that seem to be frustrated with the students, will make comments to the entire class, such as, 'you guys are the worst class I have ever had in my career'. But that is coming from my child. I was not there but she would come home very frustrated complaining about the teachers and students fighting.
Posted: October 17, 2014
There has been bullying after school & calling a parent name & call a parent a bad nameit's not right that a 6&7 grader calls a parent name & that parent had a stroke last year
Posted: October 17, 2014
There has been bullying after school & calling a parent name & call a parent a bad nameit's not right that a 6&7 grader calls a parent name & that parent had a stroke last year
Posted: October 17, 2014
Ranicer was good at first but then it got worse because of bullying first it was me than my mom it is an 6th grader and two 7th graders bullying my mom on the way home. For me I got called names and threatens me and I put an stop to it .that was a Copley 6th graders I would give it 5stars but no
Posted: April 5, 2014
Rancier Middle School is the best middle school I've ever been to. Their fine arts program is amazing. Also yes of course you have to take Spanish for 2 years but if you want you could take Spanish for 8th grade as we'll and have 1 credit for high school. They literally prepare you for high school. Just because other people say that it's bad and that they have a lot of fights and stuff but you obviously aren't hanging around the right people and aren't just minding your own business, you should just find out yourself.
Posted: September 10, 2013
my school is so fun and we have great teachers. They teach us a lot but they teach us what we have to learn. I love my school and would never change to another middle school ever i don't care if people say that were getto compared to all the other schools, some schools have to break to be able to shine i love my school. I love how we always have great school spirit i hate how people say that were getto but you know what we are the best at everything we can play chess volleyball basket ball FOOT BALL everything i just love it and the hire great teachers there.
Posted: June 2, 2013
My son is in sixth grade at Rancier, he broke his right arm during recess and the faculty cannot even rememeber his name and all ask want happened even the school nurse and assistant principle None say good morning or even how he is doing. as for the academics not very impressed, I don't feel the emphasis is in the education of students is more of going through the motions. I am sorry I have stuck all the teachers in this category and I am sure all the teachers are not that way. The attitude starts at the top and they should be re-evaluated and removed.
Posted: August 11, 2012
Rancier is a good and bad at the same time the teachers need to step up and the kids need to listen and stop slapboxing in the bathroom and start learning from 7th grader 12 thru 13
Posted: April 14, 2012
The Amount of bullying that goes on here is horrible. I transfered to Union Grove because of it. The teachers cannot control their classes. They dont pay any attention to the class. BTW i an a student
Posted: February 22, 2012
If you are looking for a place to live, make ABSOLUTELY sure that your child will never attend Rancier Middle School. Very, very dangerous school. The staff is complete denial about the amount of bullying taking place and it goes relatively unpunished.
Posted: February 8, 2012
If you want your child to be exposed to bullying and an unconcerned faculty, this is the school to enroll them in. The negative envoirnment and over crowding is a perfect for your child to digress in their learning as well as a great way to distroy their self esteem and self worth. I would strongly recommend a different school if you care about your child's education and safety!
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glenwood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Killeen | TX | 4 mi | |
| 2 | Savannah Heights | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Killeen | TX | 4.3 mi | |
| 3 | Timber Ridge Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Killeen | TX | 5 mi | |
| 4 | White Rock Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Killeen | TX | 5 mi | |
| 5 | Spanish Oaks | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Killeen | TX | 5.3 mi | |
| 6 | Skipcha Mountain Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Harker Heights | TX | 5.4 mi | |
| 7 | Knights Ridge | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Harker Heights | TX | 5.6 mi | |
| 8 | Evergreen Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Harker Heights | TX | 6.4 mi | |
| 9 | Copperas Cove | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Copperas Cove | TX | 11.3 mi | |
| 10 | Northcliffe | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Belton | TX | 12.5 mi | |
| 11 | Heartwood Park | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Copperas Cove | TX | 13.1 mi | |
| 12 | Oak View | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Belton | TX | 14.4 mi | |
| 13 | Skyline Flats | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Copperas Cove | TX | 15.4 mi | |
| 14 | Mill creek | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Salado | TX | 16.2 mi | |
| 15 | Anderson Mill | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Austin | TX | 47.3 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Rancier Road | Killeen | TX | 0.4 mi | |
| 2 | Harker Heights | Harker Heights | TX | 4.4 mi | |
| 3 | Elms street | Killeen | TX | 5.7 mi | |
| 4 | North Side | Copperas Cove | TX | 13.8 mi | |
| 5 | Main street | Salado | TX | 15.4 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Fort Hood | 4.3 mi. |
