Serving 641 students in grades 7-8, Belton Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Belton school district, encompassing an area of approximately 42.9 square miles. It typically takes 10-12 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 7.1 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belton Middle School's student population of 641 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to inspire our students to become responsible and accountable members of a diverse society.
School Rankings
Belton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belton Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1220 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belton Middle School's ranking?
Belton Middle School is ranked #1220 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Belton Middle School often compared to?
Belton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymore-peculiar East Middle School, Mill Creek Upper Elementary School, Cambridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Belton Middle School?
641 students attend Belton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Belton Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belton Middle School?
Belton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belton Middle School offer ?
Belton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belton Middle School part of?
Belton Middle School is part of Belton 124 School District.
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