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#1453 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 38% in state
Belmont Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
14150 GATE DANCER RD, Sun City Center, FL 33573
Enrollment
957
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
957
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,453 of 3,778
In district
#96 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Belmont Elementary School
Elementary School in Sun City Center · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Belmont Elementary School
Belmont Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sun City Center, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Belmont Elementary School serves approximately 957 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Belmont Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,453 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Belmont Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Belmont 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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Belmont Elementary School — Students at Belmont Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 8.6/10.
How Belmont Elementary School Compares
See how Belmont 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
14150 GATE DANCER RD, Sun City Center, FL 33573
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belmont Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Apollo Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is APOLLO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Apollo Beach), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CREEKSIDE CHARTER ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Riverview), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sun City Center, see our Sun City Center schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33573 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,431
Median Home Value
$270,600
Median Rent
$1,951/mo
Population
30,820
College Educated
33.6%
Homeownership
83.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
68.5
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| BRONSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronson, FL | 6.9 |
| COPPERGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Middleburg, FL | 6.9 |
| CRYSTAL LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Mary, FL | 6.9 |
| DELTONA LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deltona, FL | 6.9 |
| DUVAL CHARTER SCHOOL AT SOUTHSIDE Jacksonville, FL | 6.9 |
| GRASSY LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Minneola, FL | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belmont Elementary School
What grades does Belmont Elementary School serve?
Belmont Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Belmont Elementary School?
Belmont Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 957 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belmont Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Belmont Elementary School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belmont Elementary School rank in FL?
Belmont Elementary School ranks #1,453 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Belmont Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Belmont Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Belmont Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belmont Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Belmont Elementary School a charter school?
No, Belmont Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belmont Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Belmont Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belmont Elementary School?
48.9% of students at Belmont 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 957
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (813) 535-7806
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #96 of 286
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