Serving 562 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#352 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
6%
25%
White
72%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School's ranking?
Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School is ranked #352 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School often compared to?
Heyward C Bellamy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Tree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School?
562 students attend Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School?
Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School offer ?
Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School part of?
Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
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