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Belle Haven Elementary School

Elementary School · Dayton City

4401 Free Pike, Dayton, OH 45416

Enrollment

414

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,388 of 3,441

In Dayton

#38 of 77

public schools

In district

#13 of 26

Dayton City

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Belle Haven Elementary School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Dayton · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Belle Haven Elementary School

Belle Haven Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dayton, OH, part of Dayton City. Belle Haven Elementary School serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Belle Haven Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,388 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Belle Haven Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Belle Haven 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 Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-33.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,177
Chronic Absenteeism33.1%

Belle Haven Elementary School — Students at Belle Haven Elementary School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
10.2%
ELA
16.7%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Belle Haven Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in OH
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4401 Free Pike, Dayton, OH 45416

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belle Haven Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTHER MARIA A. BRUNNER (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northwood Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westwood Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Valerie Elementary School Dayton 1.0 mi 6.0
Meadowdale High School Dayton 1.2 mi 3.7
Klepinger Community School Dayton 1.0 mi 5.0
North Dayton School of Discovery Dayton 1.2 mi 5.8
MOTHER MARIA A. BRUNNER Dayton 1.3 mi 7.9
The Dayton School Dayton 1.2 mi
Rosa Parks Early Learning Center Dayton 1.4 mi 5.3
Summit Academy Transition High School Dayton Dayton 2.0 mi 4.9
Fairview Elementary School Dayton 1.9 mi 5.2
Thurgood Marshall High School Dayton 2.5 mi 2.6
Trotwood Preparatory & Fitness Academy Trotwood 2.2 mi 5.1
Northwood Elementary School Dayton 2.6 mi 7.5
Horizon Science Academy-Dayton Dayton 2.2 mi 3.1
Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School Dayton 2.2 mi 4.8
The International School Dayton 2.8 mi
Roosevelt Elementary School Dayton 2.8 mi 3.8
Charity Adams Earley Girls Academy Dayton 2.3 mi 4.5
GLORIA DEI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dayton 2.5 mi 8.0
Richard Allen Preparatory Dayton 2.3 mi 3.5
Westwood Elementary School Dayton 2.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,710

Median Home Value

$76,000

Median Rent

$1,123/mo

Population

5,353

College Educated

13.3%

Homeownership

63.8%

Poverty Rate

32.2%

Median Age

42.1

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Cambridge Intermediate School Cambridge, OH 5.4
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Heywood Elementary School Troy, OH 5.4
Kenton Elementary School Springfield, OH 5.4
McGuffey Elementary School Newark, OH 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belle Haven Elementary School

What grades does Belle Haven Elementary School serve?

Belle Haven Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Belle Haven Elementary School?

Belle Haven Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belle Haven Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Belle Haven Elementary School 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 Belle Haven Elementary School rank in OH?

Belle Haven Elementary School ranks #2,388 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Belle Haven Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Belle Haven Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Belle Haven Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belle Haven Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Belle Haven Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Belle Haven Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.1%

District

Dayton City
District Enrollment
12,441
Schools in District
28
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,177
District Rank
#13 of 26

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