Serving 419 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 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belfair Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Belfair Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belfair Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1607 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
32%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belfair Elementary School's ranking?
Belfair Elementary School is ranked #1607 out of 2,113 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
419 students attend Belfair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Belfair Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belfair Elementary School?
Belfair Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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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