Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Belmont Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belmont Elementary School serves the southwest part of Belmont, WV, covering an area of approximately 43.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Belmont Elementary School's student population of 232 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Belmont Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belmont Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#126 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belmont Elementary School's ranking?
Belmont Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Belmont Elementary School?
232 students attend Belmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Belmont 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 Belmont Elementary School?
Belmont Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belmont Elementary School offer ?
Belmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belmont Elementary School part of?
Belmont Elementary School is part of Pleasants County Schools.
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