Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Belle Aire Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belle Aire Elementary School's student population of 254 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Belle Aire Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
254 students attend Belle Aire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Belle Aire Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
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 14:1.
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.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of Student Attendance
August 16, 2024 (Friday)
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