For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 8,098 students in 76513, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 354 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 76513, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 76513, TX are Lakewood Elementary School, Sparta Elementary School and Leon Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76513 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76513, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76513, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11200 Fm 2305
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3100
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3100
Gr: K-5 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Sparta Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1800 Sparta Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3600
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3600
Gr: K-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Leon Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1501 N Main
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3200
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3200
Gr: K-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Belton Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1704 Sparta Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2800
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Nolan Creek School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
505 E Ave C
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 939-4491
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 939-4491
Gr: K-7 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Priority Charter Schools Temple
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7177 Airport Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 778-8682
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 778-8682
Gr: PK-12 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Belton High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 Lake Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2200
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2200
Gr: 8-12 | 1,836 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #88.
Priority Charter Schools Copperas Cove
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2205 Fm 3046
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 238-8231
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 238-8231
Gr: PK-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #99.
Chisholm Trail Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1082 S Wheat Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 316-5100
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 316-5100
Gr: K-5 | 913 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1010.
Miller Heights Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1110 Fairway Dr
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3300
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3300
Gr: K-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #1111.
South Belton Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
805 Sagebrush
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3000
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #1212.
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
611 S Saunders
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3500
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3500
Gr: K-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1313.
Cedar Crest
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3500 Interstate 35 Frontage Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 939-4017
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 939-4017
Gr: 7-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
501 E 4th
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3700
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3700
Gr: PK | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
320 N Blair
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2500
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2500
Gr: 9-11 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
8104 Glade Dr
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2000
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2000
Gr: K-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
76513, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1704 Sparta Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 933-4840
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 933-4840
Gr: 5-6 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
400 N Wall
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 933-4800
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 933-4800
Gr: 7-8 | 1,116 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Cedar Crest Tcs (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
3500 South Ih 35
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 939-4071
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 939-4071
Gr: 1-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Cedar Park Charter Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
201 Buttercup Creek Blvd
Belton, TX 76513
(512) 331-2980
Belton, TX 76513
(512) 331-2980
Gr: PK-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Georgetown Charter Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
302 Serenada
Belton, TX 76513
(512) 863-9236
Belton, TX 76513
(512) 863-9236
Gr: PK-5 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Killeen Charter Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3209 Atkinson Ave
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 245-9787
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 245-9787
Gr: PK-12 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
501 E 4th
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3700
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 76513, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76513, TX include Lakewood Elementary School, Sparta Elementary School and Leon Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 76513?
17 public schools are located in 76513.
What percentage of students in 76513 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 76513 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76513?
76513 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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