Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belmont Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belmont Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Belmont Hills Elementary School's student population of 276 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Sep 22, 2025
School Mascot
Belmont Bears
School Rankings
Belmont Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belmont Hills Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1231 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
72%
19%
Black
21%
36%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Belmont Bears
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belmont Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Belmont Hills Elementary School is ranked #1231 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Belmont Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Belmont Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Argyle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Belmont Hills Elementary School?
276 students attend Belmont Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Belmont Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belmont Hills Elementary School?
Belmont Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belmont Hills Elementary School offer ?
Belmont Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belmont Hills Elementary School part of?
Belmont Hills Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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