Bellefontaine Elementary School serves 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 83%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Attendance Zone: Bellefontaine Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bellefontaine, OH, covering approximately 31.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 2.9 miles and the furthest edge located 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellefontaine Elementary School's student population of 616 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bellefontaine Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)75-79%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)85-89%
83%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Our Kids, Their Future
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bellefontaine Elementary School often compared to?
Bellefontaine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Logan Elementary School, Indian Lake Elementary School, West Liberty-salem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 83% OH state average).
How many students attend Bellefontaine Elementary School?
616 students attend Bellefontaine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bellefontaine Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellefontaine Elementary School?
Bellefontaine Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bellefontaine Elementary School offer ?
Bellefontaine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bellefontaine Elementary School part of?
Bellefontaine Elementary School is part of Bellefontaine City School District.
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