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#3625 of 4,742 schools in NY

Bellaire School (the)

Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29

207-11 89TH AVE, Queens Village, NY 11427

Enrollment

732

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,625 of 4,742

In Queens Village

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#40 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29

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Bellaire School (the)

4.9/10

Elementary School in Queens Village · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bellaire School (the)

Bellaire School (the) is a public elementary school in Queens Village, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #29. Bellaire School (the) serves approximately 732 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bellaire School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,625 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Bellaire School (the) show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

61% of students at Bellaire School (the) 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-21.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Chronic Absenteeism60.9%

Bellaire School (the) — Students at Bellaire School (the) score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
41.5%
ELA
65.8%
2022
Math
31.9%
ELA
42%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Bellaire School (the) Compares

See how Bellaire School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
24th percentile in NY
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.9%

Location

207-11 89TH AVE, Queens Village, NY 11427

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bellaire School (the) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 188 KINGSBURY (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Flushing), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 205 ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Bayside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 35 NATHANIEL WOODHULL (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Hollis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Queens Village, see our Queens Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
JEAN NUZZI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Queens Village 0.6 mi 6.4
YESHIVA PRIMARY & JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oakland Gardens 0.9 mi 6.3
PS 134 HOLLIS Hollis 0.9 mi 5.0
PS 35 NATHANIEL WOODHULL Hollis 0.8 mi 6.2
THE WELLSPRING SCHOOLS Hollis 0.8 mi 6.3
IS 192 LINDEN (THE) Saint Albans 1.1 mi 5.4
PATHWAYS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Saint Albans 1.1 mi 5.1
PS 188 KINGSBURY Flushing 1.1 mi 8.0
CAMBRIA HEIGHTS ACADEMY Hollis 0.9 mi 8.3
PS 205 ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL Bayside 1.2 mi 7.9
PS 360 Saint Albans 1.3 mi 3.8
PS 118 LORRAINE HANSBERRY Saint Albans 1.3 mi 5.2
SUMMIT SCHOOL Jamaica 1.0 mi 7.5
PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD Jamaica 1.1 mi 5.1
SS JOACHIM & ANNE SCHOOL Queens Village 1.1 mi 5.1
PS 34 JOHN HARVARD Queens Village 1.2 mi 5.7
STEPPING STONE OF SOUTHEASTERN QUEEN SCHOOL Cambria Heights 1.5 mi 4.8
BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Queens Village 1.3 mi 6.8
MARTIN VAN BUREN HIGH SCHOOL Queens Village 1.3 mi 7.1
PS 136 ROY WILKINS Saint Albans 1.5 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11427 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,129

Median Home Value

$690,200

Median Rent

$1,697/mo

Population

25,124

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

44.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

46.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bellaire School (the)

What grades does Bellaire School (the) serve?

Bellaire School (the) serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bellaire School (the)?

Bellaire School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 732 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bellaire School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Bellaire School (the) is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bellaire School (the) rank in NY?

Bellaire School (the) ranks #3,625 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Bellaire School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Bellaire School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Bellaire School (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bellaire School (the) has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bellaire School (the) a charter school?

No, Bellaire School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bellaire School (the) a Title I school?

No, Bellaire School (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bellaire School (the)?

73.8% of students at Bellaire School (the) 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
72 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
732
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.9%

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