Belton High School is a public high school that serves the city of Belton, Texas, United States, parts of Bell County and classified as a 5A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is a part of the Belton Independent School District located in south central Bell County.
Serving 1,763 students in grades 9-12, Belton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,763 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belton High School serves the southeast part of Belton, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 131.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 13.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belton High School's student population of 1,763 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,763 students
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belton High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5736 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
44%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
40%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belton High School's ranking?
Belton High School is ranked #5736 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Belton High School often compared to?
Belton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Temple High School, Harker Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belton High School?
The graduation rate of Belton High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Belton High School?
1,763 students attend Belton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Belton High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% 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 Belton High School?
Belton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 Independent School District.
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