Serving 649 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belle Hall Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Hall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belle Hall Elementary School's student population of 649 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
649 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Belle Hall Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Hall Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#51 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
10%
31%
White
80%
46%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Hall Elementary School's ranking?
Belle Hall Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Belle Hall Elementary School often compared to?
Belle Hall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jennie Moore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Belle Hall Elementary School?
649 students attend Belle Hall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Belle Hall Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Hall Elementary School?
Belle Hall Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belle Hall Elementary School offer ?
Belle Hall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belle Hall Elementary School part of?
Belle Hall Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
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