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Belton H S

High School · BELTON ISD

600 LAKE RD, Belton, TX 76513

Enrollment

1,836

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

8th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,680 of 8,552

In Belton

#6 of 12

public schools

In district

#8 of 17

BELTON ISD

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Belton H S

6.1/10

High School in Belton · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Belton H S

Belton H S is a public high school in Belton, TX, part of BELTON ISD. Belton H S serves approximately 1,836 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Belton H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,680 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Belton H S show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-13.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
College Readiness8.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation44.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,135
Chronic Absenteeism28.1%

Belton H S — Students at Belton H S score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 66.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2024
Math
32%
ELA
50%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Belton H S Compares

See how Belton H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in TX
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
146 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
44.7% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·48 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

600 LAKE RD, Belton, TX 76513

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belton H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKE BELTON H S (rated 6.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Temple), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CEDAR CREST (rated 5.7/10, 4.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Belton, see our Belton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
BELTON MIDDLE Belton 0.2 mi 7.3
SPARTA EL Belton 0.3 mi 7.4
LEON HEIGHTS EL Belton 1.3 mi 6.9
PROVIDENCE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Belton 1.8 mi 5.4
PROVIDENCE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Belton 1.8 mi 6.9
BELTON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Belton 2.1 mi 3.2
BELTON NEW TECH H S AT WASKOW Belton 2.1 mi
CHARTER OAK EL Temple 2.0 mi 8.3
SOUTHWEST EL Belton 2.4 mi 4.1
SOUTH BELTON MIDDLE Belton 2.4 mi 4.9
NOLAN CREEK SCHOOL Belton 2.5 mi 7.1
LAKE BELTON MIDDLE Temple 2.7 mi 7.3
CHISHOLM TRAIL EL Belton 2.8 mi 3.5
LAKEWOOD EL Belton 3.0 mi 8.0
MILLER HEIGHTS EL Belton 3.0 mi 3.9
JOE M PIRTLE EL Temple 2.9 mi 6.1
HIGH POINT EL Temple 4.0 mi 4.9
TARVER EL Temple 3.8 mi 6.5
LAKE BELTON H S Temple 4.2 mi 6.1
CEDAR CREST Belton 4.6 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,366

Median Home Value

$260,200

Median Rent

$1,216/mo

Population

44,855

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

69.6%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

34.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CANUTILLO H S Canutillo, TX 6.1
CANYON H S New Braunfels, TX 6.1
EASTWOOD H S El Paso, TX 6.1
LAKE BELTON H S Temple, TX 6.1
LOPEZ EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville, TX 6.1
MANSFIELD SUMMIT H S Arlington, TX 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belton H S

What grades does Belton H S serve?

Belton H S serves students in grades 8th through 12th.

How many students attend Belton H S?

Belton H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,836 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belton H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Belton H S is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Belton H S rank in TX?

Belton H S ranks #4,680 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Belton H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Belton H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Belton H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belton H S has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Belton H S a charter school?

No, Belton H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Belton H S a Title I school?

No, Belton H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belton H S?

46.1% of students at Belton H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
1,836
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
146
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Bell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.1%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

BELTON ISD
District Enrollment
13,808
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,135
District Rank
#8 of 17

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