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#3459 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 40% in state
Belt Line EL
Elementary School · LANCASTER ISD
1355 W BELT LINE RD, Lancaster, TX 75146
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,459 of 8,552
In Lancaster
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
LANCASTER ISD
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Belt Line EL
Elementary School in Lancaster · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Belt Line EL
Belt Line EL is a public elementary school in Lancaster, TX, part of LANCASTER ISD. Belt Line EL serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Belt Line EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,459 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Belt Line EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Belt Line EL — Students at Belt Line EL score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Belt Line EL Compares
See how Belt Line EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1355 W BELT LINE RD, Lancaster, TX 75146
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belt Line EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Desoto), which scores notably higher. Another option is EASTRIDGE EL (rated 7.4/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Red Oak), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WEST MAIN EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROSA PARKS/MILLBROOK EL Lancaster | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER MIDDLE Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER EL Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| LANCASTER MIDDLE Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| G W CARVER 6TH GRADE STEM LEARNING CENTER Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| WEST MAIN EL Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PLEASANT RUN EL Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| ROLLING HILLS EL Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| LANCASTER H S Lancaster | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| HOUSTON EL Lancaster | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| LIFE SCHOOL LANCASTER Red Oak | 2.3 mi | 1.8 |
| TURNING POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Desoto | 2.7 mi | — |
| THE MEADOWS EL Desoto | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
| WOODRIDGE EL Desoto | 2.8 mi | 2.3 |
| KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY Desoto | 3.0 mi | 8.9 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER DESOTO H S Desoto | 3.4 mi | 3.9 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY Dallas | 4.1 mi | 2.0 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY - MIDDLE - H S Dallas | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - GRANT EAST Dallas | 4.3 mi | 3.7 |
| EASTRIDGE EL Red Oak | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,143
Median Home Value
$249,000
Median Rent
$1,560/mo
Population
25,804
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
56.6%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
33.7
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|---|---|
| A M PATE EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.9 |
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| ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR Fort Worth, TX | 6.9 |
| ALMA BREWER STRAWN EL Dale, TX | 6.9 |
| ANNIE PURL EL Georgetown, TX | 6.9 |
| BAY COLONY EL Dickinson, TX | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belt Line EL
What grades does Belt Line EL serve?
Belt Line EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Belt Line EL?
Belt Line EL has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belt Line EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Belt Line EL is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belt Line EL rank in TX?
Belt Line EL ranks #3,459 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Belt Line EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Belt Line EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Belt Line EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belt Line EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Belt Line EL a charter school?
No, Belt Line EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belt Line EL a Title I school?
No, Belt Line EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belt Line EL?
87.2% of students at Belt Line EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 522
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.1%
- Phone
- (972) 218-1608
Resources & Links
District
LANCASTER ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,014
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,574
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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