Serving 699 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bellaire School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bellaire School serves an attendance zone of approximately 0.7 square miles in Queens Village, NY, with most areas located within a 5-10 minute drive to the school and the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellaire School's student population of 699 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
699 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The school that C.A.R.E.S.!
School Rankings
Bellaire School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellaire School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2593 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
39%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellaire School's ranking?
Bellaire School is ranked #2593 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bellaire School often compared to?
Bellaire Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 18 Winchester by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bellaire School?
699 students attend Bellaire School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bellaire School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellaire School?
Bellaire School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bellaire School offer ?
Bellaire School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bellaire School part of?
Bellaire School is part of New York City Geographic District #29.
In what neighborhood is Bellaire School located?
Bellaire School is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Queens Village, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Jamaica.
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