Serving 598 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bel-aire Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bel-aire Elementary School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
598 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We DARE to be the BEST!
School Rankings
Bel-aire Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bel-aire Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#429 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
16%
7%
Black
65%
45%
White
18%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bel-aire Elementary School's ranking?
Bel-aire Elementary School is ranked #429 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bel-aire Elementary School often compared to?
Bel-aire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bel-aire Elementary School?
598 students attend Bel-aire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bel-aire Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bel-aire Elementary School?
Bel-aire Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bel-aire Elementary School offer ?
Bel-aire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bel-aire Elementary School part of?
Bel-aire Elementary School is part of Harrison County School District.
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