Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bellerive Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bellerive Elementary serves the northeast part of the Saint Louis, MO school district, encompassing an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellerive Elementary School's student population of 400 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Higher Expectations. Brighter Futures.
School Rankings
Bellerive Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellerive Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#499 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
30%
15%
White
47%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bobcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellerive Elementary School's ranking?
Bellerive Elementary School is ranked #499 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bellerive Elementary School often compared to?
Bellerive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mason Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Bellerive Elementary School?
400 students attend Bellerive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bellerive Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellerive Elementary School?
Bellerive Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bellerive Elementary School offer ?
Bellerive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bellerive Elementary School part of?
Bellerive Elementary School is part of Parkway C-2 School District.
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