Needs Improvement
#7631 of 8,552 schools in TX
Miller Heights EL
Elementary School · BELTON ISD
1110 FAIRWAY DR, Belton, TX 76513
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,631 of 8,552
In Belton
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#15 of 17
BELTON ISD
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Miller Heights EL
Elementary School in Belton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Miller Heights EL
Miller Heights EL is a public elementary school in Belton, TX, part of BELTON ISD. Miller Heights EL serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Miller Heights EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,631 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Miller Heights EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Miller Heights EL — Students at Miller Heights EL score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
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: 2.8/10.
How Miller Heights EL Compares
See how Miller Heights 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
1110 FAIRWAY DR, Belton, TX 76513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miller Heights EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHARTER OAK EL (rated 8.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Temple), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPARTA EL (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NOLAN CREEK SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belton, see our Belton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOLAN CREEK SCHOOL Belton | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| BELTON NEW TECH H S AT WASKOW Belton | 0.9 mi | — |
| BELTON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Belton | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTHWEST EL Belton | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| PROVIDENCE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Belton | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| PROVIDENCE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Belton | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTH BELTON MIDDLE Belton | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| LEON HEIGHTS EL Belton | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CEDAR CREST Belton | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| BELTON MIDDLE Belton | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| CHISHOLM TRAIL EL Belton | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| BELTON H S Belton | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| SPARTA EL Belton | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTRAL TEXAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Temple | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| CHARTER OAK EL Temple | 3.9 mi | 8.3 |
| ST FRANCIS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Temple | 3.8 mi | — |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Temple | 4.0 mi | 7.4 |
| LAKE BELTON MIDDLE Temple | 4.9 mi | 7.3 |
| JOE M PIRTLE EL Temple | 5.0 mi | 6.1 |
| CATER EL Temple | 4.7 mi | 4.6 |
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
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|---|---|
| ALVARADO EL-NORTH Alvarado, TX | 3.9 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Laredo, TX | 3.9 |
| CHARLES NASH EL Fort Worth, TX | 3.9 |
| GEORGE CULLENDER KIND Monahans, TX | 3.9 |
| H R MOYE EL El Paso, TX | 3.9 |
| HELBING EL Fort Worth, TX | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miller Heights EL
What grades does Miller Heights EL serve?
Miller Heights EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Miller Heights EL?
Miller Heights EL has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miller Heights EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Miller Heights EL is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Miller Heights EL rank in TX?
Miller Heights EL ranks #7,631 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Miller Heights EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Miller Heights EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Miller Heights EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Miller Heights EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Miller Heights EL a charter school?
No, Miller Heights EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Miller Heights EL a Title I school?
No, Miller Heights EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miller Heights EL?
79.9% of students at Miller Heights 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.1%
- Phone
- (254) 215-3300
Resources & Links
District
BELTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 13,808
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,135
- District Rank
- #15 of 17
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