Serving 1,593 students in grades 9-11, Lake Belton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-11
- Enrollment: 1,593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Belton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Belton High School's student population of 1,593 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
1,593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Belton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Belton High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#975 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
56%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Belton High School's ranking?
Lake Belton High School is ranked #975 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lake Belton High School often compared to?
Lake Belton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Lake Belton High School?
1,593 students attend Lake Belton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lake Belton High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Belton High School?
Lake Belton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Belton High School offer ?
Lake Belton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Lake Belton High School part of?
Lake Belton High School is part of Belton ISD School District.
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