Education & the Future

The Belton Independent School District (BISD) operates six elementary schools (K-4), two intermediate schools (5-6), a junior high (7-8) and two high schools (9-12). BISD has set standards above the state’s requirements, and the Texas Education Agency has recognized Belton High School as one of the state’s top schools. Belton also offers a wealth of higher education opportunities.

The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, the oldest institution of higher learning offering continuous education in Texas, is located within Belton. The University offers nearly 40 bachelor majors and four graduate degrees (Master of Arts, Master of Business Administration, Master of Education and Master of Health Services Management) with an emphasis on Christian education.

Temple College, Texas A&M College of Medicine, Central Texas College and Tarleton State University System are located in Bell County, while Texas A&M University and the University of Texas Austin are among the schools located within a 95-mile radius of Belton.