Excellent
#398 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 15% in state
Belville Elementary
Elementary School · Brunswick County Schools
575 River Road, Leland, NC 28451
Enrollment
755
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
755
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#398 of 2,648
In Leland
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 20
Brunswick County Schools
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Belville Elementary
Elementary School in Leland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Belville Elementary
Belville Elementary is a public elementary school in Leland, NC, part of Brunswick County Schools. Belville Elementary serves approximately 755 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Belville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #398 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Belville Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Belville Elementary — Students at Belville Elementary 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
99.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC 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: 7.6/10.
How Belville Elementary Compares
See how Belville Elementary 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
575 River Road, Leland, NC 28451
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belville Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The International School at Gregory (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Cape Fear Center for Inquiry (rated 6.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), a more accessible option. For more schools in Leland, see our Leland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Brunswick High Leland | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Sunset Park Elementary Wilmington | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington Wilmington | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Williston Middle Wilmington | 2.9 mi | 3.6 |
| The International School at Gregory Wilmington | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Leland Middle Leland | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy Wilmington | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| New Hanover High Wilmington | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Lake Forest Academy Wilmington | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| J. C. Roe Center Wilmington | 3.5 mi | — |
| Cape Fear Center for Inquiry Wilmington | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PEACE ROSE MONTESSORI Wilmington | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des Wilmington | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Forest Hills Global Elementary Wilmington | 4.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary Leland | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| WATERVIEW LEARNING ACADEMY Wilmington | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| R Freeman Sch of Engineering Wilmington | 4.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Edwin A Alderman Elementary Wilmington | 4.5 mi | 4.7 |
| PATHWAYS MIDDLE AND HIGH Wilmington | 4.6 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28451 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,380
Median Home Value
$315,300
Median Rent
$1,465/mo
Population
44,262
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
43.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ayden Elementary Ayden, NC | 8.0 |
| Charles H. Parker Academic Center Charlotte, NC | 8.0 |
| Dixon Road Elementary Willow Spring, NC | 8.0 |
| Don D Steed Elementary Raeford, NC | 8.0 |
| Drexel Elementary Morganton, NC | 8.0 |
| Heritage Elementary Wake Forest, NC | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belville Elementary
What grades does Belville Elementary serve?
Belville Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Belville Elementary?
Belville Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 755 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belville Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Belville Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belville Elementary rank in NC?
Belville Elementary ranks #398 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Belville Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Belville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Belville Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belville Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Belville Elementary a charter school?
No, Belville Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belville Elementary a Title I school?
No, Belville Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belville Elementary?
99.6% of students at Belville 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 755
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Brunswick County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.4%
- Phone
- (910) 371-0601
Resources & Links
District
Brunswick County Schools- District Enrollment
- 13,262
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,088
- District Rank
- #4 of 20
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