Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Belfair Montessori School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belfair Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Belfair Montessori School's student population of 264 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belfair Montessori School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belfair Montessori School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#203 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
90%
41%
White
1%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belfair Montessori School's ranking?
Belfair Montessori School is ranked #203 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Belfair Montessori School often compared to?
Belfair Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baton Rouge Center For Visual And Performing Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Belfair Montessori School?
264 students attend Belfair Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Belfair Montessori School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belfair Montessori School?
Belfair Montessori School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belfair Montessori School offer ?
Belfair Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Belfair Montessori School part of?
Belfair Montessori School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Belfair Montessori School located?
Belfair Montessori School is located in the Mid City North neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 13 other public schools located in Mid City North.
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