Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bellwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellwood Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
You Matter
School Rankings
Bellwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellwood Elementary School is 0.63, which is less 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
#1697 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
54%
19%
Black
26%
22%
White
14%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellwood Elementary School's ranking?
Bellwood Elementary School is ranked #1697 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Bellwood Elementary School often compared to?
Bellwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falling Creek Elementary School, Bensley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bellwood Elementary School?
486 students attend Bellwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bellwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellwood Elementary School?
Bellwood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bellwood Elementary School offer ?
Bellwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bellwood Elementary School part of?
Bellwood Elementary School is part of Chesterfield County Public Schools.
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