Serving 533 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Heyward C Bellamy Elementary serves the southern part of Wilmington, NC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 14 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.6 miles away.
- 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 533 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
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 0.47, 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
#352 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)75%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
71%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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?
533 students attend Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% 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.
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