Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Belle Aire Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Belle Aire Elementary School serves the northern part of Downers Grove, IL, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Aire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belle Aire Elementary School's student population of 276 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
276 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Motto
We care, we support, we help, we accept, we nurture, and we encourage.
School Rankings
Belle Aire Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Aire Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#273 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
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)18.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Aire Elementary School's ranking?
Belle Aire Elementary School is ranked #273 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Belle Aire Elementary School often compared to?
Belle Aire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pierce Downer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Belle Aire Elementary School?
276 students attend Belle Aire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Belle Aire Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Aire Elementary School?
Belle Aire Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belle Aire Elementary School offer ?
Belle Aire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Belle Aire Elementary School part of?
Belle Aire Elementary School is part of Downers Grove Gsd 58 School District.
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