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#4708 of 4,742 schools in NY

Bellamy Elementary School

Elementary School · ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

7118 BRENNAN AVE, Rome, NY 13440

Enrollment

562

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

2.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,708 of 4,742

In Rome

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Bellamy Elementary School

2.5/10

Elementary School in Rome · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bellamy Elementary School

Bellamy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rome, NY, part of ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bellamy Elementary School serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bellamy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,708 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Bellamy Elementary School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.9
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Bellamy Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

60% of students at Bellamy 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-46.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-48.7 pts
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-34.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,381
Chronic Absenteeism60%

Bellamy Elementary School — Students at Bellamy Elementary School score 10% 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

72.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 17.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 20.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 35 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
82%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2013
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
9%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
8.1%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
7.4%
ELA
12.2%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Bellamy Elementary School Compares

See how Bellamy Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.5/10
1th percentile in NY
Academic
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.0%

Location

7118 BRENNAN AVE, Rome, NY 13440

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bellamy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTMORELAND UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Westmoreland), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARTS HILL SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Whitesboro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DEFOREST A HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Westmoreland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rome, see our Rome schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ROME FREE ACADEMY Rome 0.4 mi 7.2
CLOUGH PREK CENTER Rome 1.1 mi 3.9
RIDGE MILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rome 2.6 mi 5.8
NEW YORK STATE SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Rome 2.1 mi 5.6
LYNDON H STROUGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Rome 2.6 mi 3.5
LOUIS V DENTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rome 2.8 mi 3.8
GANSEVOORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rome 2.7 mi 2.9
JOHN E JOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rome 4.0 mi 4.0
ORISKANY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oriskany 5.1 mi 6.7
WESTMORELAND UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westmoreland 6.5 mi 8.5
DEFOREST A HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL Westmoreland 6.5 mi 6.6
DONALD H CRANE JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Westmoreland 6.5 mi 5.5
STOKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rome 7.0 mi 4.6
N A WALBRAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oriskany 6.2 mi 5.8
GENERAL WILLIAM FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holland Patent 6.4 mi 3.2
WESTMORELAND ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Whitesboro 7.8 mi 3.6
HARTS HILL BAPTIST ACADEMY Whitesboro 8.3 mi
HARTS HILL SCHOOL Whitesboro 8.6 mi 8.1
WHITESBORO HIGH SCHOOL Marcy 7.7 mi 8.2
ONEIDA-HERKIMER-MADISON BOCES New Hartford 9.2 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13440 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,497

Median Home Value

$155,800

Median Rent

$863/mo

Population

41,273

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

63%

Avg Commute

18.7 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bellamy Elementary School

What grades does Bellamy Elementary School serve?

Bellamy Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Bellamy Elementary School?

Bellamy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bellamy Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bellamy Elementary School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bellamy Elementary School rank in NY?

Bellamy Elementary School ranks #4,708 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Bellamy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bellamy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Bellamy Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bellamy Elementary School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bellamy Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bellamy Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bellamy Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bellamy Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bellamy Elementary School?

72.1% of students at Bellamy 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Oneida County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.0%

District

ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,279
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,381
District Rank
#9 of 9

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