Serving 590 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bel Aire Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bel Aire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Bel Aire Elementary School's student population of 590 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bel Aire Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bel Aire Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#383 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
4%
Black
54%
47%
White
20%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bel Aire Elementary School's ranking?
Bel Aire Elementary School is ranked #383 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bel Aire Elementary School often compared to?
Bel Aire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Bel Aire Elementary School?
590 students attend Bel Aire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bel Aire Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bel Aire Elementary School?
Bel Aire Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bel Aire Elementary School offer ?
Bel Aire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bel Aire Elementary School part of?
Bel Aire Elementary School is part of Harrison Co School Dist School District.
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