Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bellwood 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 43% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bellwood Elementary serves the eastern part of Richmond, VA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellwood Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
You Matter
School Rankings
Bellwood 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 Bellwood Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1697 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellwood Elementary School's ranking?
Bellwood Elementary School is ranked #1697 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bellwood Elementary School often compared to?
Bellwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falling Creek Elementary School, Bensley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bellwood Elementary School?
493 students attend Bellwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bellwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellwood Elementary School?
Bellwood Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bellwood Elementary School offer ?
Bellwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bellwood Elementary School part of?
Bellwood Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County School District.
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