For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 9,687 students in 76502, TX (there are , serving 592 private students). 94% 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 41% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76502, TX 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Belton Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8818 Tarver Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-2900
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-2900
Grades: 6-8
| 812 students
Rank: #22.
Joe M Pirtle Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
714 S Pea Rdg
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3400
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3400
Grades: K-5
| 630 students
Rank: #33.
Charter Oak Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8402 Poison Oak Rd
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-4000
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-4000
Grades: K-5
| 624 students
Rank: #44.
Leo Adams Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1069 Eagle Blvd
Temple, TX 76502
(817) 541-8000
Temple, TX 76502
(817) 541-8000
Grades: 6-8
| 990 students
Rank: #55.
North Belton Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7907 Prairie View Rd
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5200
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5200
Grades: 6-8
| 919 students
Rank: #66.
Bonham Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4600 Midway Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-6600
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-6600
Grades: 6-8
| 636 students
Rank: #77.
Lake Belton High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9809 Fm 2483
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-6200
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-6200
Grades: 9-12
| 2,269 students
Rank: #88.
High Point Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1635 Starlight Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5000
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5000
Grades: K-5
| 645 students
Rank: #99.
Raye-allen Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5015 S 5th St
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5800
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 627 students
Rank: #1010.
Tarver Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7949 Stonehollow Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3800
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3800
Grades: K-5
| 486 students
Rank: #1111.
Thornton Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2825 Cottonwood Ln
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5700
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5700
Grades: PK-5
| 740 students
Rank: #1212.
Cater Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4111 Lark Trl
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-7444
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-7444
Grades: PK-5
| 309 students
Rank: n/an/a
1910 E Blackland Rd
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-8473
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-8473
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
76502, Texas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8818 Tarver Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 295-2100
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 295-2100
Grades: 5-6
| 539 students
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?
13 public schools are located in 76502.
What percentage of students in 76502 go to public school?
94% 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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