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Best 76502 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 10,148 students in 76502, TX (there are 3 private schools, serving 595 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 76502, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 76502, TX are Lake Belton Middle School, Joe M Pirtle Elementary School and Charter Oak Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76502 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76502, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76502, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Belton Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8818 Tarver Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-2900
Gr: 6-8 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Joe M Pirtle Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
714 S Pea Rdg
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3400
Gr: K-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Charter Oak Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8402 Poison Oak Rd
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-4000
Gr: K-5 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Leo Adams Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1069 Eagle Blvd
Temple, TX 76502
(817) 541-8000
Gr: 6-8 | 915 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
North Belton Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7907 Prairie View Rd
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 979 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
Tarver Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7949 Stonehollow Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3800
Gr: K-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #77.
Bonham Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4600 Midway Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #88.
Lake Belton High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
9809 Fm 2483
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,300 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #99.
Raye-allen Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5015 S 5th St
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1010.
High Point Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1635 Starlight Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5000
Gr: K-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #1111.
Thornton Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2825 Cottonwood Ln
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
James L Burrell Elementary School
8104 Glade Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-2000
Gr: K-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Ki Charter - Temple
Charter School
1201 Canyon Creek Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(210) 705-9914
Gr: 7-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Sampson-howard Elementary School
1910 E Blackland Rd
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-8473
Gr: PK-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 76502, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76502, TX include Lake Belton Middle School, Joe M Pirtle Elementary School and Charter Oak Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 76502?
14 public schools are located in 76502.
What percentage of students in 76502 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 76502 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76502?
76502 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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