Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Traditional Academy At Bellair ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bellair Elementary School serves the southern part of Glendale, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Traditional Academy At Bellair ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Traditional Academy At Bellair's student population of 241 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
School Rankings
Traditional Academy At Bellair ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Traditional Academy At Bellair is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#140 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Traditional Academy At Bellair's ranking?
Traditional Academy At Bellair is ranked #140 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Traditional Academy At Bellair often compared to?
Traditional Academy At Bellairis often viewed alongside schools like Mirage Elementary School, Union Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Traditional Academy At Bellair?
241 students attend Traditional Academy At Bellair.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Traditional Academy At Bellair students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Traditional Academy At Bellair?
Traditional Academy At Bellair has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Traditional Academy At Bellair offer ?
Traditional Academy At Bellair offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Traditional Academy At Bellair part of?
Traditional Academy At Bellair is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246).
In what neighborhood is Traditional Academy At Bellair located?
Traditional Academy At Bellair is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 12 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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