Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Belmont Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Belmont Hills El Sch serves the eastern part of Bala Cynwyd, PA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families can expect a convenient drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 2.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belmont Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belmont Hills Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1919
School Calendar
School Motto
Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve
School Rankings
Belmont Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belmont Hills Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#74 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
5%
14%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belmont Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Belmont Hills Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Belmont Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Belmont Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cynwyd School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Belmont Hills Elementary School?
358 students attend Belmont Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Belmont Hills Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belmont Hills Elementary School?
Belmont Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belmont Hills Elementary School offer ?
Belmont Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belmont Hills Elementary School part of?
Belmont Hills Elementary School is part of Lower Merion School District.
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