Below Average
#7417 of 8,552 schools in TX
Southwest EL
Elementary School · BELTON ISD
611 S SAUNDERS, Belton, TX 76513
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,417 of 8,552
In Belton
#9 of 12
public schools
In district
#14 of 17
BELTON ISD
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Southwest EL
Elementary School in Belton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southwest EL
Southwest EL is a public elementary school in Belton, TX, part of BELTON ISD. Southwest EL serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,417 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest EL show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Southwest EL — Students at Southwest EL score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.4%
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: 2.9/10.
How Southwest EL Compares
See how Southwest 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
611 S SAUNDERS, Belton, TX 76513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHARTER OAK EL (rated 8.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Temple), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKEWOOD EL (rated 8.0/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SPARTA EL (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belton, see our Belton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH BELTON MIDDLE Belton | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| NOLAN CREEK SCHOOL Belton | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| PROVIDENCE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Belton | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| PROVIDENCE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Belton | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MILLER HEIGHTS EL Belton | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| BELTON NEW TECH H S AT WASKOW Belton | 0.9 mi | — |
| BELTON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Belton | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| LEON HEIGHTS EL Belton | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| CHISHOLM TRAIL EL Belton | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| CEDAR CREST Belton | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| BELTON MIDDLE Belton | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| SPARTA EL Belton | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| BELTON H S Belton | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| CHARTER OAK EL Temple | 3.7 mi | 8.3 |
| CENTRAL TEXAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Temple | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| LAKE BELTON MIDDLE Temple | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| JOE M PIRTLE EL Temple | 4.8 mi | 6.1 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Temple | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ST FRANCIS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Temple | 4.5 mi | — |
| LAKEWOOD EL Belton | 5.3 mi | 8.0 |
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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| AUSTIN DISCOVERY SCH Austin, TX | 4.1 |
| BARRON EL El Paso, TX | 4.1 |
| BRIDGEPORT INT Bridgeport, TX | 4.1 |
| BROOKHOLLOW EL Lufkin, TX | 4.1 |
| BROWN EL Lubbock, TX | 4.1 |
| BRUCE SHULKEY EL Fort Worth, TX | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest EL
What grades does Southwest EL serve?
Southwest EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Southwest EL?
Southwest EL has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest EL is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest EL rank in TX?
Southwest EL ranks #7,417 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Southwest EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Southwest EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest EL has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southwest EL a charter school?
No, Southwest EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest EL a Title I school?
No, Southwest EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest EL?
82.4% of students at Southwest 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
- 398
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Bell County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (254) 215-3500
Resources & Links
District
BELTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 13,808
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,135
- District Rank
- #14 of 17
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