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Leon Heights Elementary School

1501 N Main
Belton, TX 76513
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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10
Top 50%
Serving 219 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Leon Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 219 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Top 50% in TX
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Leon Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

School Overview

Leon Heights Elementary School's student population of 219 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

School Rankings

Leon Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leon Heights Elementary School is 0.58, 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)
#2600 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
45-49%
44%
55-59%
51%
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
51%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Leon Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Leon Heights Elementary School is ranked #2600 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Leon Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Leon Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sparta Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Leon Heights Elementary School?
219 students attend Leon Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Leon Heights Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leon Heights Elementary School?
Leon Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leon Heights Elementary School offer ?
Leon Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Leon Heights Elementary School part of?
Leon Heights Elementary School is part of Belton Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 219 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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