CEDAR CREST
CEDAR CREST is a public charter high school that is part of the UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in BELTON, TX with about 31 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 2 teachers, CEDAR CREST has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
CEDAR CREST, located at 3500 Interstate 35 Frontage Road in Belton, Texas, is a specialized educational facility operating under the University of Texas University Charter School (UTUCS) system. This network is unique in that it partners with residential treatment centers and state agencies to provide high-quality, individualized instruction to students who have been removed from traditional public school settings. Because it is part of the UT Charter system, the school is specifically designed to meet the academic needs of students facing significant life challenges, focusing on continuity of education and emotional support.
The school’s curriculum is tailored to ensure that students can earn credits toward their high school graduation while receiving a personalized learning experience that accommodates their specific circumstances. By operating through the UT Charter model, CEDAR CREST emphasizes a therapeutic and supportive environment, aiming to bridge the educational gap for vulnerable youth. The faculty at this location works to maintain high academic standards, ensuring that despite the students' transitional living situations, they remain on track for long-term educational and professional success.
For more information, contact CEDAR CREST at (254) 939-4017 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
BELTON, TX 76513
(254) 939-4017
http://www.utcharter.org
CEDAR CREST is a public Charter school in BELTON, TX with about 31 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
-
High School
(Alternative Education School)
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION - Total Students:
- 31
- Teachers:
- 2
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 31 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending CEDAR CREST is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.
- White
- 80.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.7%
- Black or African American
- 6.5%
- Two or more races
- 3.2%
- Female
- 58.1%
- Male
- 41.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.