Serving 670 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 24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Belton Middle School's student population of 670 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belton Middle School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1624 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
9%
15%
White
64%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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 #1624 out of 2,092 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 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Belton Middle School?
670 students attend Belton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Belton Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belton Middle School?
Belton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belton Middle School offer ?
Belton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Belton Middle School part of?
Belton Middle School is part of Belton 124 School District.
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