Serving 492 students in grades 3-6, Belle Heth Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 30% 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: 3-6
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Heth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belle Heth Elementary School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belle Heth Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Heth Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#385 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)73%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Heth Elementary School's ranking?
Belle Heth Elementary School is ranked #385 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Belle Heth Elementary School?
492 students attend Belle Heth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Belle Heth Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belle Heth Elementary School?
Belle Heth Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belle Heth Elementary School offer ?
Belle Heth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Belle Heth Elementary School part of?
Belle Heth Elementary School is part of Radford City School District.
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