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Lake Belton Middle School

8818 Tarver Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 812 students in grades 6-8, Lake Belton Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 812 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 20% in TX
  • : 52% (Top 30%)
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lake Belton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Lake Belton Middle School's student population of 812 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
812 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers

School Rankings

Lake Belton Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Belton Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TX)
#1594 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
52%
41%
66%
51%
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
58%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lake Belton Middle School's ranking?
Lake Belton Middle School is ranked #1594 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lake Belton Middle School often compared to?
Lake Belton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Belton Middle School, South Belton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lake Belton Middle School?
812 students attend Lake Belton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lake Belton Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Belton Middle School?
Lake Belton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Belton Middle School offer ?
Lake Belton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lake Belton Middle School part of?
Lake Belton Middle School is part of Belton Independent School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 812 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 52% (Top 30%)
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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