Serving 297 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Belvidere Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belvidere Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Belvidere Elementary School's student population of 297 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belvidere Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belvidere Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1326 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
42%
15%
White
30%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belvidere Elementary School's ranking?
Belvidere Elementary School is ranked #1326 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Belvidere Elementary School often compared to?
Belvidere Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowmere Elementary School, Martin City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Belvidere Elementary School?
297 students attend Belvidere Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Belvidere Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belvidere Elementary School?
Belvidere Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belvidere Elementary School offer ?
Belvidere Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Belvidere Elementary School part of?
Belvidere Elementary School is part of Grandview C-4 School District.
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