Excellent
#632 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 17% in state
Belcher Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
2215 LANCASTER DRIVE, Clearwater, FL 33764
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#632 of 3,778
In Clearwater
#7 of 28
public schools
In district
#39 of 148
PINELLAS
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Belcher Elementary School
Belcher Elementary School is a public elementary school in Clearwater, FL, part of PINELLAS. Belcher Elementary School serves approximately 484 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Belcher Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #632 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Belcher Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Belcher Elementary School 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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Belcher Elementary School — Students at Belcher Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Belcher Elementary School Compares
See how Belcher Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2215 LANCASTER DRIVE, Clearwater, FL 33764
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belcher Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HIGH POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST PAULS SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clearwater, see our Clearwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TAMPA BAY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Clearwater | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST PAULS SCHOOL Clearwater | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Clearwater | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| CLEARWATER CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Clearwater | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| PLUMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Clearwater | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| PINELLAS ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE Largo | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PLATO ACADEMY LARGO CHARTER SCHOOL Largo | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| PINELLAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Largo | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| IVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| HIGH POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| SKYCREST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| CAMELOT SCHOOL Largo | 2.6 mi | — |
| PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| SKYCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| BLOSSOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Clearwater | 2.7 mi | — |
| DELPHI ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Clearwater | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| LARGO HIGH SCHOOL Largo | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33764 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,573
Median Home Value
$302,500
Median Rent
$1,622/mo
Population
27,365
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
50.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. GARY WALSINGHAM ACADEMY Panama City Beach, FL | 8.2 |
| ACADEMIE DA VINCI CHARTER SCHOOL Dunedin, FL | 8.2 |
| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.2 |
| ALTURAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alturas, FL | 8.2 |
| BAY VISTA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 8.2 |
| CARING & SHARING LEARNING SCHOOL Gainesville, FL | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belcher Elementary School
What grades does Belcher Elementary School serve?
Belcher Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Belcher Elementary School?
Belcher Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 484 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belcher Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Belcher Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belcher Elementary School rank in FL?
Belcher Elementary School ranks #632 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Belcher Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Belcher Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Belcher Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belcher Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Belcher Elementary School a charter school?
No, Belcher Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belcher Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Belcher Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belcher Elementary School?
61.6% of students at Belcher Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 484
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (727) 538-7437
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #39 of 148
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