Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Belmont Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Belmont Hills Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belmont Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belmont Hills Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#80 out of 2549 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
70%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #80 out of 2,549 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?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Belmont Hills Elementary School?
454 students attend Belmont Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Belmont Hills Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% 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-5
What school district is Belmont Hills Elementary School part of?
Belmont Hills Elementary School is part of Lower Merion SD School District.
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