Serving 141 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belfast Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Belfast Elk Garden Elementary serves the southeastern part of its school district in Rosedale, VA, covering an area of approximately 242.4 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 11.6 miles, and the furthest point located 24.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belfast Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belfast Elementary School's student population of 141 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
141 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Belfast Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belfast Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#211 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥80%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
20%
Black
1%
21%
White
97%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belfast Elementary School's ranking?
Belfast Elementary School is ranked #211 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Belfast Elementary School?
141 students attend Belfast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Belfast Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belfast Elementary School?
Belfast Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belfast Elementary School offer ?
Belfast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belfast Elementary School part of?
Belfast Elementary School is part of Russell County School District.
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