Belcher serves 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Attendance Zone: Belcher School serves the southern part of Chicopee, MA, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belcher's student population of 245 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
245 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Belcher is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
51%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
33%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Belcher often compared to?
Belcheris often viewed alongside schools like Lambert-lavoie by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Belcher?
245 students attend Belcher.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Belcher students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belcher?
Belcher has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belcher offer ?
Belcher offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belcher part of?
Belcher is part of Chicopee School District.
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