Serving 1,288 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Belle Terre Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 1,288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belle Terre Elementary School serves the northern part of Palm Coast, FL, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles, with typical drive times of 10-12 minutes and an average distance of 4.1 miles to the edge of its attendance zone. The furthest point from the school is about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belle Terre Elementary School's student population of 1,288 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,288 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence is the Norm, Not the Exception
School Rankings
Belle Terre Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Terre Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1016 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Terre Elementary School's ranking?
Belle Terre Elementary School is ranked #1016 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Belle Terre Elementary School often compared to?
Belle Terre Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Kings Elementary School, Rymfire Elementary School, Lewis E. Wadsworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Belle Terre Elementary School?
1,288 students attend Belle Terre Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Belle Terre Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Terre Elementary School?
Belle Terre Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belle Terre Elementary School offer ?
Belle Terre Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belle Terre Elementary School part of?
Belle Terre Elementary School is part of Flagler School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Wonderful school with some great teachers. The teachers are compassionate and smart but the school has serious bullying issues. I took my kid out for this reason which is sad because she enjoyed going to school except for days she she bullied. She also learned a lot attending school there.
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