Serving 1,374 students in grades 9-12, Belton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Belton High School's student population of 1,374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belton High School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1095 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
8%
Black
10%
15%
White
61%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belton High School's ranking?
Belton High School is ranked #1095 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Belton High School often compared to?
Belton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymore-peculiar Sr. High School, Archie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belton High School?
The graduation rate of Belton High School is 87%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Belton High School?
1,374 students attend Belton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Belton High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belton High School?
Belton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belton High School offer ?
Belton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Belton High School part of?
Belton High School is part of Belton 124 School District.
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