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.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 76502 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Belton Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8818 Tarver Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-2900
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-2900
Gr: 6-8 | 812 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Joe M Pirtle Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
714 S Pea Rdg
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3400
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3400
Gr: K-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Charter Oak Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8402 Poison Oak Rd
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-4000
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-4000
Gr: K-5 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Leo Adams Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1069 Eagle Blvd
Temple, TX 76502
(817) 541-8000
Temple, TX 76502
(817) 541-8000
Gr: 6-8 | 990 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
North Belton Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7907 Prairie View Rd
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5200
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Tarver Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7949 Stonehollow Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3800
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-3800
Gr: K-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #77.
Bonham Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4600 Midway Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-6600
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #88.
Lake Belton High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9809 Fm 2483
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-6200
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,269 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #99.
Raye-allen Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5015 S 5th St
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5800
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1010.
High Point Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1635 Starlight Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5000
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 316-5000
Gr: K-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #1111.
Thornton Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2825 Cottonwood Ln
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5700
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1212.
Cater Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4111 Lark Trl
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-7444
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 215-7444
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
76502, Texas ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8818 Tarver Dr
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 295-2100
Temple, TX 76502
(254) 295-2100
Gr: 5-6 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
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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