Serving 312 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Belle Haven Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belle Haven Elementary serves the northwest part of Menlo Park, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most students live within a 1-mile distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.6 miles away, ensuring a typical drive of 5-10 minutes for families.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belle Haven Elementary School's student population of 312 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
312 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belle Haven Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Haven Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9306 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
85%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Panther colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Haven Elementary School's ranking?
Belle Haven Elementary School is ranked #9306 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Belle Haven Elementary School often compared to?
Belle Haven Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cabrillo Elementary School, Garfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Belle Haven Elementary School?
312 students attend Belle Haven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Belle Haven Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Haven Elementary School?
Belle Haven Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Belle Haven Elementary School offer ?
Belle Haven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Belle Haven Elementary School part of?
Belle Haven Elementary School is part of Ravenswood City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Belle Haven Elementary School located?
Belle Haven Elementary School is located in the Belle Haven neighborhood of Menlo Park, CA.
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