Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bellevue Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellevue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bellevue Elementary School's student population of 405 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe in the Blue!
School Rankings
Bellevue Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellevue Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#160 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
96%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellevue Elementary School's ranking?
Bellevue Elementary School is ranked #160 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Bellevue Elementary School often compared to?
Bellevue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cardinal Elementary School, Easton Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Bellevue Elementary School?
405 students attend Bellevue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Bellevue Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellevue Elementary School?
Bellevue Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa 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 Bellevue Comm School District.
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