Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, South Belt Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Belt Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
South Belt Elementary School's student population of 689 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Belt Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Belt Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1665 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
55%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
11%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Belt Elementary School's ranking?
South Belt Elementary School is ranked #1665 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are South Belt Elementary School often compared to?
South Belt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend South Belt Elementary School?
689 students attend South Belt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of South Belt Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Belt Elementary School?
South Belt Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Belt Elementary School offer ?
South Belt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is South Belt Elementary School part of?
South Belt Elementary School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
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