Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belcher Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Belcher Elementary School serves the northwest part of Clearwater, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belcher Elementary School's student population of 467 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Belcher Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belcher Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1286 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
26%
38%
Black
14%
21%
White
48%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belcher Elementary School's ranking?
Belcher Elementary School is ranked #1286 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Belcher Elementary School often compared to?
Belcher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frontier Elementary School, Plumb Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Belcher Elementary School?
467 students attend Belcher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Belcher Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belcher Elementary School?
Belcher Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belcher Elementary School offer ?
Belcher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belcher Elementary School part of?
Belcher Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
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