Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bellevue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bellevue El Sch serves a central area of approximately 0.9 square miles in Pittsburgh, PA, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 0.5 miles from the school to the edge of its attendance zone. The furthest edge is located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellevue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bellevue Elementary School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bellevue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellevue Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1435 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
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)19.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
2%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellevue Elementary School's ranking?
Bellevue Elementary School is ranked #1435 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bellevue Elementary School often compared to?
Bellevue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bellevue Elementary School?
348 students attend Bellevue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bellevue Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellevue Elementary School?
Bellevue Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bellevue Elementary School offer ?
Bellevue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bellevue Elementary School part of?
Bellevue Elementary School is part of Northgate School District.
In what neighborhood is Bellevue Elementary School located?
Bellevue Elementary School is located in the Larimer neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Larimer.
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