Serving 1,410 students in grades 9-12, Belton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Belton High School's student population of 1,410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belton High School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#854 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
9%
15%
White
64%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belton High School's ranking?
Belton High School is ranked #854 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Belton High School often compared to?
Belton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymore-peculiar Sr. High School, Archie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belton High School?
The graduation rate of Belton High School is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Belton High School?
1,410 students attend Belton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Belton High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belton High School?
Belton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belton High School offer ?
Belton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Belton High School part of?
Belton High School is part of Belton 124 School District.
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