Serving 732 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bellaire School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellaire School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bellaire School's student population of 732 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bellaire School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellaire School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2916 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
39%
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
20%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellaire School's ranking?
Bellaire School is ranked #2916 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bellaire School often compared to?
Bellaire Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 18 Winchester 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 46% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bellaire School?
732 students attend Bellaire School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Bellaire School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bellaire School?
Bellaire School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bellaire School offer ?
Bellaire School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bellaire School part of?
Bellaire School is part of New York City Geographic District #29 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bellaire School located?
Bellaire School is located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Queens Village, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Jamaica.
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