Belton High School is a 9–12 grade high school located in Belton, Missouri, United States. It is a part of Belton School District. The district, and therefore the school boundary, includes most of Belton, Loch Lloyd, and Riverview Estates.
Serving 1,258 students in grades 9-12, Belton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belton High School's student population of 1,258 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1946
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Motto
To ensure students exemplify strength of character.
School Rankings
Belton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belton High School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#588 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
11%
15%
White
58%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Piracy, Pirate
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belton High School's ranking?
Belton High School is ranked #588 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belton High School?
The graduation rate of Belton High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Belton High School?
1,258 students attend Belton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Belton High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belton High School offer ?
Belton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belton High School part of?
Belton High School is part of Belton 124 School District.
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