Serving 855 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Belmont Schools ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 855 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belmont School serves the southern part of its school district in Belmont, MS, covering an area of approximately 83.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 8.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belmont Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Belmont Schools's student population of 855 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
855 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we strive to prepare every student to be productive citizens by ensuring excellence.
School Rankings
Belmont Schools ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belmont Schools is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
45%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belmont Schools's ranking?
Belmont Schools is ranked #181 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Belmont Schools often compared to?
Belmont Schoolsis often viewed alongside schools like Tishomingo Co. High School, Tishomingo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belmont Schools?
The graduation rate of Belmont Schools is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Belmont Schools?
855 students attend Belmont Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Belmont Schools students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belmont Schools?
Belmont Schools has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belmont Schools offer ?
Belmont Schools offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belmont Schools part of?
Belmont Schools is part of Tishomingo County School District.
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