Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bellevue 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bellevue Elementary serves the eastern part of Richmond, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellevue Elementary School's student population of 206 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
School Motto
D.R.A.G.O.N.S Believe We Believe in...
School Rankings
Bellevue 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 Bellevue Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1606 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
70%
21%
White
11%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellevue Elementary School's ranking?
Bellevue Elementary School is ranked #1606 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bellevue Elementary School often compared to?
Bellevue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur Ashe Jr. Elementary School, George W. Carver Elementary School, Blackwell 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 68% VA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bellevue Elementary School?
206 students attend Bellevue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bellevue Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellevue Elementary School?
Bellevue Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bellevue Elementary School offer ?
Bellevue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bellevue Elementary School part of?
Bellevue Elementary School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bellevue Elementary School located?
Bellevue Elementary School is located in the Church Hill neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in Church Hill.
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