For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 8,081 students in 76502, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 628 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 76502, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 76502, TX are Lake Belton High School, Lake Belton Middle School and Joe M Pirtle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76502 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 76502, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76502, TX Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Belton High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9809 Fm 2483
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-6200
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-6200
Grades: 9-11
| 1,593 students
Rank: #22.
Lake Belton Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8818 Tarver Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-2900
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-2900
Grades: 6-8
| 818 students
Rank: #33.
Joe M Pirtle Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
714 S Pea Rdg
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3400
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3400
Grades: K-5
| 630 students
Rank: #44.
Charter Oak Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8402 Poison Oak Rd
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-4000
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-4000
Grades: K-5
| 555 students
Rank: #55.
High Point Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1635 Starlight Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5000
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5000
Grades: K-5
| 628 students
Rank: #66.
Tarver Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7949 Stonehollow Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3800
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3800
Grades: K-5
| 734 students
Rank: #77.
North Belton Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7907 Prairie View Rd
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5200
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5200
Grades: 6-8
| 891 students
Rank: #88.
Bonham Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4600 Midway Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-6600
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-6600
Grades: 6-8
| 643 students
Rank: #99.
Raye-allen Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5015 S 5th St
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5800
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 510 students
Rank: #1010.
Cater Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4111 Lark Trl
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-7444
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-7444
Grades: PK-5
| 324 students
Rank: #1111.
Thornton Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2825 Cottonwood Ln
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5700
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5700
Grades: PK-5
| 755 students
76502, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8818 Tarver Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 295-2100
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 295-2100
Grades: 5-6
| 539 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 76502, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 76502, TX include Lake Belton High School, Lake Belton Middle School and Joe M Pirtle Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 76502, TX?
11 public schools are located in 76502, TX.
What percentage of students in 76502, TX go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 76502, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76502, TX?
76502, TX public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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