Serving 1,076 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Belforest Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,076 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belforest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belforest Elementary School's student population of 1,076 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
1,076 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belforest Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belforest Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 1285 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
7%
32%
White
75%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belforest Elementary School's ranking?
Belforest Elementary School is ranked #114 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Belforest Elementary School often compared to?
Belforest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daphne East Elementary School, Spanish Fort Elementary School, Rockwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Belforest Elementary School?
1,076 students attend Belforest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Belforest Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belforest Elementary School?
Belforest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belforest Elementary School offer ?
Belforest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Belforest Elementary School part of?
Belforest Elementary School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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