Serving 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belvedere Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belvedere Elementary serves the west part of North Augusta, SC, covering an area of approximately 11.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school, and the furthest edge reaching about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belvedere Elementary School's student population of 617 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belvedere Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belvedere Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#475 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
27%
31%
White
52%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belvedere Elementary School's ranking?
Belvedere Elementary School is ranked #475 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Belvedere Elementary School often compared to?
Belvedere Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hammond Hill Elementary School, North Augusta Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Belvedere Elementary School?
617 students attend Belvedere Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Belvedere Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belvedere Elementary School?
Belvedere Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belvedere Elementary School offer ?
Belvedere Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belvedere Elementary School part of?
Belvedere Elementary School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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