Serving 1,061 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Belair K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belair K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Belair K-8 School's student population of 1,061 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,061 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
Belair K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belair K-8 School is 0.45, 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
#1852 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
73%
36%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
59%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belair K-8 School's ranking?
Belair K-8 School is ranked #1852 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Belair K-8 School?
1,061 students attend Belair K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Belair K-8 School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belair K-8 School?
Belair K-8 School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belair K-8 School offer ?
Belair K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belair K-8 School part of?
Belair K-8 School is part of Richmond County School District.
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