Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belmont Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Belmont Elementary School serves the northeast part of Shawnee, KS, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with most residents living about 1.4 miles away from the school and the furthest edge of the zone being 2.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belmont Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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School Rankings
Belmont Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belmont Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
23%
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Black
6%
7%
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White
70%
60%
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Two or more races
9%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belmont Elementary School's ranking?
Belmont Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Belmont Elementary School often compared to?
Belmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clear Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Belmont Elementary School?
381 students attend Belmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Belmont Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belmont Elementary School?
Belmont Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belmont Elementary School offer ?
Belmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belmont Elementary School part of?
Belmont Elementary School is part of De Soto School District.
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