Excellent
#121 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 5% in state
Belair Elem.
Elementary School · JEFFERSON CITY
701 BELAIR, Jefferson City, MO 65109
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#121 of 2,221
In Jefferson City
#3 of 18
public schools
In district
#3 of 16
JEFFERSON CITY
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Belair Elem.
Elementary School in Jefferson City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Belair Elem.
Belair Elem. is a public elementary school in Jefferson City, MO, part of JEFFERSON CITY. Belair Elem. serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Belair Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #121 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Belair Elem. show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Belair Elem. — Students at Belair Elem. score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from MO 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: 9.4/10.
How Belair Elem. Compares
See how Belair Elem. 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
701 BELAIR, Jefferson City, MO 65109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belair Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SOUTH ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jefferson City, see our Jefferson City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| WEST ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| LIGHTHOUSE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Jefferson City | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Jefferson City | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| RIVER OAK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jefferson City | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.6 mi | 8.5 |
| JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.8 mi | 9.1 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE Jefferson City | 3.9 mi | 7.7 |
| MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City | 4.1 mi | — |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City | 4.5 mi | 4.2 |
| EAST ELEM. Jefferson City | 4.3 mi | 6.1 |
| H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL Jefferson City | 4.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,430
Median Home Value
$204,700
Median Rent
$828/mo
Population
40,390
College Educated
44.6%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALLAWAY HILLS ELEM. Holts Summit, MO | 8.6 |
| COLE CAMP ELEM. Cole Camp, MO | 8.6 |
| EAST BUCHANAN ELEM. Gower, MO | 8.6 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph, MO | 8.6 |
| IBERIA ELEM. Iberia, MO | 8.6 |
| KENTUCKY TRAIL ELEM. Belton, MO | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belair Elem.
What grades does Belair Elem. serve?
Belair Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Belair Elem.?
Belair Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belair Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Belair Elem. is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belair Elem. rank in MO?
Belair Elem. ranks #121 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Belair Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Belair Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Belair Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belair Elem. has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Belair Elem. a charter school?
No, Belair Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belair Elem. a Title I school?
No, Belair Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belair Elem.?
53.9% of students at Belair Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 362
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cole County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.1%
- Phone
- (573) 659-3155
Resources & Links
District
JEFFERSON CITY- District Enrollment
- 8,560
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,522
- District Rank
- #3 of 16
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