Serving 267 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 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 267 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Belmont Hills Elementary School serves the southeast part of Smyrna, GA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 1 square mile. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Belmont Hills Elementary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.41, 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
#1231 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Belmont Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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, Green Acres 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?
267 students attend Belmont Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Belmont Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
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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