Serving 979 students in grades 6-8, North Belton Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 979 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Belton Middle serves the northeast part of Temple, TX, covering an area of approximately 48.6 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 11.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Belton Middle School's student population of 979 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
979 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Belton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Belton Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#3384 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Belton Middle School's ranking?
North Belton Middle School is ranked #3384 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Belton Middle School often compared to?
North Belton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Belton Middle School, South Belton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend North Belton Middle School?
979 students attend North Belton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of North Belton Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Belton Middle School?
North Belton Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Belton Middle School offer ?
North Belton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is North Belton Middle School part of?
North Belton Middle School is part of Belton Independent School District.
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