Below Average
#7743 of 9,539 schools in CA
Belle Haven Elementary
Elementary School · Ravenswood City Elementary
415 Ivy Dr., Menlo Park, CA 94025
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,743 of 9,539
In Menlo Park
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Ravenswood City Elementary
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Belle Haven Elementary
Belle Haven Elementary is a public elementary school in Menlo Park, CA, part of Ravenswood City Elementary. Belle Haven Elementary serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Belle Haven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,743 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Belle Haven Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Belle Haven Elementary runs 21.2:1 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.
52% of students at Belle Haven 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 Haven Elementary — Students at Belle Haven Elementary score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.
How Belle Haven Elementary Compares
See how Belle Haven Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
415 Ivy Dr., Menlo Park, CA 94025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belle Haven Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurel Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Encinal Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BEECHWOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Menlo Park, see our Menlo Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEECHWOOD SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| MID-PENINSULA HIGH SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Mid-Peninsula Education Center Menlo Park | 0.5 mi | — |
| Peninsula School, Ltd Menlo Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| PENINSULA SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| OPEN MIND SCHOOL Menlo Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| Open Mind School Menlo Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| Tide Academy Redwood City | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Laurel Elementary Atherton | 0.9 mi | 9.7 |
| KIPP Valiant Community Prep Menlo Park | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle East Palo Alto | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Chesterton Academy of St. James Menlo Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| Menlo-Atherton High Atherton | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Costano Elementary East Palo Alto | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Nativity Catholic School K-8 Menlo Park | 1.5 mi | — |
| Encinal Elementary Atherton | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Tru Palo Alto | 1.9 mi | — |
| NATIVITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Oxford Day Academy East Palo Alto | 1.7 mi | 2.4 |
| KIPP Esperanza High Oakland | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$215,871
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,169/mo
Population
40,230
College Educated
73.2%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
38.8
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| Blackford Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.7 |
| Box Springs Elementary Moreno Valley, CA | 4.7 |
| CALVARY MURRIETA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Murrieta, CA | 4.7 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY La Mesa, CA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belle Haven Elementary
What grades does Belle Haven Elementary serve?
Belle Haven Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Belle Haven Elementary?
Belle Haven Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belle Haven Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Belle Haven Elementary is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belle Haven Elementary rank in CA?
Belle Haven Elementary ranks #7,743 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Belle Haven Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Belle Haven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Haven Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belle Haven Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Belle Haven Elementary a charter school?
No, Belle Haven Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belle Haven Elementary a Title I school?
No, Belle Haven Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belle Haven Elementary?
83.8% of students at Belle Haven 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
- 339
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.9%
- Phone
- (650) 329-2898
Resources & Links
District
Ravenswood City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,416
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,067
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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