Serving 2,300 students in grades 9-12, Lake Belton High School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Belton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Belton High School's student population of 2,300 students has grown by 144% over five school years.
The teacher population of 146 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
146 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Belton High 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 Lake Belton High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3814 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
29%
54%
Black
9%
13%
White
52%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Belton High School's ranking?
Lake Belton High School is ranked #3814 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lake Belton High School often compared to?
Lake Belton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lake Belton High School?
2,300 students attend Lake Belton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lake Belton High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Belton High School?
Lake Belton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Belton High School offer ?
Lake Belton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lake Belton High School part of?
Lake Belton High School is part of Belton Independent School District.
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