Belton Independent School District (Isd)

The Belton Independent School District (ISD) in Texas operates a total of 16 schools, including 10 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The district as a whole is ranked 463 out of 968 school districts in Texas and is rated 3 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Within the Belton ISD, a few standout schools emerge. Lakewood Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with over 60% of students proficient or better in reading and math. At the high school level, Lake Belton High School is the top performer in the district, ranking in the top 25% of Texas high schools with strong test scores. The middle schools also show a range of performance, with North Belton Middle and Lake Belton Middle ranking in the top 25-30% of Texas middle schools, while Belton Middle and South Belton Middle perform at a lower level.

The Belton ISD schools demonstrate a mix of high-performing and struggling campuses, with socioeconomic factors and racial/ethnic diversity playing a significant role in student outcomes. While the district has low dropout rates and a range of spending per student, there are clear disparities in academic performance, with higher-poverty schools generally having lower test scores. The district's strengths and areas for improvement provide valuable insights for educational leaders and policymakers.