Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belfair Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belfair Elementary serves the southeastern part of Belfair, WA, covering an area of approximately 48.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belfair Elementary School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belfair Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belfair Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1459 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belfair Elementary School's ranking?
Belfair Elementary School is ranked #1459 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Belfair Elementary School often compared to?
Belfair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sand Hill Elementary School, Grapeview Elementary & Middle School, Hood Canal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Belfair Elementary School?
392 students attend Belfair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Belfair Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belfair Elementary School?
Belfair Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belfair Elementary School offer ?
Belfair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belfair Elementary School part of?
Belfair Elementary School is part of North Mason School District.
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