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Best 76513 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 7,527 students in 76513, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 29 private students). 100% 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 35% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76513, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
11200 Fm 2305
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3100
Gr: K-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Sparta Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1800 Sparta Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3600
Gr: K-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Leon Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1501 N Main
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3200
Gr: K-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Belton Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1704 Sparta Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Nolan Creek School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
505 E Ave C
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 939-4491
Gr: K-7 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Priority Charter Schools Temple
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7177 Airport Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 778-8682
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #77.
Belton High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
600 Lake Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,763 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #88.
Priority Charter Schools Copperas Cove
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2205 Fm 3046
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 238-8231
Gr: PK-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #99.
Chisholm Trail Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1082 S Wheat Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 316-5100
Gr: K-5 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #1010.
South Belton Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
805 Sagebrush
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1111.
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
611 S Saunders
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3500
Gr: K-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1212.
Cedar Crest
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3500 Interstate 35 Frontage Rd
Belton, TX 76513
(915) 238-7028
Gr: 6-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Belton Early Childhood School
501 E 4th
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-3700
Gr: PK | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Belton New Tech H S At Waskow
320 N Blair
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
District Alternative Education Program
Alternative School
302 N Blair St
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2670
Gr: 7-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: n/an/a
Hubbard Branch Elementary School
1651 Ot Tyler
Belton, TX 76513
(254) 215-2000
Gr: K-5 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

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?
16 public schools are located in 76513.
What percentage of students in 76513 go to public school?
100% 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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