Serving 140 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belfast Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belfast Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Belfast Elementary School's student population of 140 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belfast Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belfast Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#140 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥80%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
1%
22%
White
98%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belfast Elementary School's ranking?
Belfast Elementary School is ranked #140 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Belfast Elementary School?
140 students attend Belfast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Belfast Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belfast Elementary School?
Belfast Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belfast Elementary School offer ?
Belfast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Belfast Elementary School part of?
Belfast Elementary School is part of Russell County School District.
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