Serving 812 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 812 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Belville Elementary serves the northeast part of Leland, NC, covering an area of approximately 32 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belville Elementary School's student population of 812 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
812 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Belville Sharks are Brilliant, Engaged, and Safe
School Rankings
Belville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belville Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#817 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
2%
4%
Showing 2009–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belville Elementary School's ranking?
Belville Elementary School is ranked #817 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Belville Elementary School often compared to?
Belville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Town Creek Elementary School, Classical Charter Schools Of Leland by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Belville Elementary School?
812 students attend Belville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Belville Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belville Elementary School?
Belville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Belville Elementary School offer ?
Belville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belville Elementary School part of?
Belville Elementary School is part of Brunswick County Schools.
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