Serving 226 students in grades 3-5, Bellview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bellview Elementary School's student population of 226 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Bellview Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellview Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2876 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
74%
18%
White
12%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellview Elementary School's ranking?
Bellview Elementary School is ranked #2876 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bellview Elementary School often compared to?
Bellview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasantview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bellview Elementary School?
226 students attend Bellview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bellview Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bellview Elementary School?
Bellview Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bellview Elementary School offer ?
Bellview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bellview Elementary School part of?
Bellview Elementary School is part of Eastpointe Community Schools School District.
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