Serving 476 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bellflower Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellflower Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bellflower Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellflower Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#809 out of 3137 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellflower Elementary School's ranking?
Bellflower Elementary School is ranked #809 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Bellflower Elementary School often compared to?
Bellflower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Elementary School, Fairfax Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Bellflower Elementary School?
476 students attend Bellflower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bellflower Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bellflower Elementary School?
Bellflower Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bellflower Elementary School offer ?
Bellflower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bellflower Elementary School part of?
Bellflower Elementary School is part of Mentor Exempted Village School District.
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