Serving 766 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chisholm Trail Elementary 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chisholm Trail Elementary serves the southern part of Belton, TX, covering an area of approximately 34.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chisholm Trail Elementary School's student population of 766 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
766 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
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School Rankings
Chisholm Trail Elementary 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 Chisholm Trail Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#6096 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
51%
54%
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Black
8%
13%
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White
33%
24%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chisholm Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Chisholm Trail Elementary School is ranked #6096 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Chisholm Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Chisholm Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Elementary School, Joe M Pirtle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Chisholm Trail Elementary School?
766 students attend Chisholm Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Chisholm Trail Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chisholm Trail Elementary School?
Chisholm Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chisholm Trail Elementary School offer ?
Chisholm Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chisholm Trail Elementary School part of?
Chisholm Trail Elementary School is part of Belton Independent School District.
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