Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Belvidere Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belvidere Elementary School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowerment. Innovation. Confidence. Self Motivation.
School Rankings
Belvidere Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belvidere Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#1689 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
2%
14%
White
78%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belvidere Elementary School's ranking?
Belvidere Elementary School is ranked #1689 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Belvidere Elementary School?
259 students attend Belvidere Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Belvidere Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belvidere Elementary School?
Belvidere Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Belvidere Elementary School offer ?
Belvidere Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belvidere Elementary School part of?
Belvidere Elementary School is part of Belvidere School District.
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