Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Belle View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belle View Elementary serves the eastern part of Alexandria, VA, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is about 0.9 miles, while the furthest boundary is located 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belle View Elementary School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Motto
Hear Us Roar, Watch Us Soar!
School Rankings
Belle View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle View Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1183 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)58%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
34%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
48%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle View Elementary School's ranking?
Belle View Elementary School is ranked #1183 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Belle View Elementary School often compared to?
Belle View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bucknell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Belle View Elementary School?
419 students attend Belle View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Belle View Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle View Elementary School?
Belle View Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belle View Elementary School offer ?
Belle View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belle View Elementary School part of?
Belle View Elementary School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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