Needs Improvement
#9259 of 9,539 schools in CA
Belle Air Elementary
Elementary School · San Bruno Park Elementary
450 Third Ave., San Bruno, CA 94066
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,259 of 9,539
In San Bruno
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
San Bruno Park Elementary
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Belle Air Elementary
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About Belle Air Elementary
Belle Air Elementary is a public elementary school in San Bruno, CA, part of San Bruno Park Elementary. Belle Air Elementary serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Belle Air Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #9,259 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Belle Air Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Belle Air Elementary runs 22.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
37% of students at Belle Air Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Belle Air Elementary — Students at Belle Air Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Belle Air Elementary Compares
See how Belle Air Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
450 Third Ave., San Bruno, CA 94066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belle Air Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Green Hills Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Millbrae), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadows Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Millbrae), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST DUNSTAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Millbrae), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Bruno, see our San Bruno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Allen (Decima M.) Elementary San Bruno | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ST ROBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Bruno | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Sical home school San Bruno | 0.9 mi | — |
| Lomita Park Elementary San Bruno | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Capuchino High San Bruno | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Parkside Intermediate San Bruno | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ST DUNSTAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Millbrae | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| St. Dunstan School Millbrae | 1.3 mi | — |
| Green Hills Elementary Millbrae | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| GLEN OAKS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Millbrae | 1.3 mi | — |
| Meadows Elementary Millbrae | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Taylor Middle Millbrae | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL San Bruno | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Stratford School - San Bruno Crestmoor Canyon San Bruno | 1.6 mi | — |
| South San Francisco High South San Francisco | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ST VERONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL South San Francisco | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| John Muir Elementary San Bruno | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| St. Veronica Catholic School South San Francisco | 2.0 mi | — |
| Los Cerritos Elementary South San Francisco | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Mills High Millbrae | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,976
Median Home Value
$1,199,400
Median Rent
$2,696/mo
Population
42,875
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
39.8
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| Ararat Charter Van Nuys, CA | 3.1 |
| Fair Oaks Elementary Pleasant Hill, CA | 3.1 |
| Grand Oaks Elementary Citrus Heights, CA | 3.1 |
| Isador Cohen Elementary Sacramento, CA | 3.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Ventura, CA | 3.1 |
| Old Town Academy K-8 Charter San Diego, CA | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belle Air Elementary
What grades does Belle Air Elementary serve?
Belle Air Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Belle Air Elementary?
Belle Air Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belle Air Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Belle Air Elementary is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belle Air Elementary rank in CA?
Belle Air Elementary ranks #9,259 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Belle Air Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Belle Air Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Belle Air Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belle Air Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Belle Air Elementary a charter school?
No, Belle Air Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belle Air Elementary a Title I school?
No, Belle Air Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belle Air Elementary?
59.4% of students at Belle Air Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (650) 624-3155
Resources & Links
District
San Bruno Park Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,950
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,156
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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