For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 1,986 students in 76513, TX.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 76513, TX are Belton Middle School, Nolan Creek School and Priority Charter Schools Temple. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 76513 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 76513, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76513, TX Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
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 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
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 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
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 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
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 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #66.
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
(915) 238-7028
Belton, TX 76513
(915) 238-7028
Gr: 6-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
District Alternative Education Program
Alternative School
302 N Blair St
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2670
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2670
Gr: 7-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 76513, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 76513, TX include Belton Middle School, Nolan Creek School and Priority Charter Schools Temple.
How many public middle schools are located in 76513?
7 public middle schools are located in 76513.
What is the racial composition of students in 76513?
76513 public middle schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.