Serving 380 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Belmont Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Belmont Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belmont Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belmont Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1956 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
40%
29%
Black
21%
16%
White
27%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belmont Elementary School's ranking?
Belmont Elementary School is ranked #1956 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Belmont Elementary School often compared to?
Belmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion G Vedder Elementary School, William E Deluca Jr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Belmont Elementary School?
380 students attend Belmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Belmont Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belmont Elementary School?
Belmont Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Belmont Elementary School offer ?
Belmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Belmont Elementary School part of?
Belmont Elementary School is part of North Babylon Union Free School District.
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