Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Belle Stone Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belle Stone Elementary School's student population of 328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence through Community and Leadership
School Rankings
Belle Stone Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Stone Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2910 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
8%
Black
26%
17%
White
32%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Stone Elementary School's ranking?
Belle Stone Elementary School is ranked #2910 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Belle Stone Elementary School often compared to?
Belle Stone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Early Learning Center Schreiber, Stephanie Rushin Patrick Elementary School, East Canton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Belle Stone Elementary School?
328 students attend Belle Stone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Belle Stone Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Stone Elementary School?
Belle Stone Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belle Stone Elementary School offer ?
Belle Stone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belle Stone Elementary School part of?
Belle Stone Elementary School is part of Canton City School District.
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