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#2056 of 2,846 schools in PA
Belmont Hills EL Sch
Elementary School · Bensalem Township SD
5000 Neshaminy Blvd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,056 of 2,846
In Bensalem
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Bensalem Township SD
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Belmont Hills EL Sch
Elementary School in Bensalem · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Valley EL Sch
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About Belmont Hills EL Sch
Belmont Hills EL Sch is a public elementary school in Bensalem, PA, part of Bensalem Township SD. Belmont Hills EL Sch serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Belmont Hills EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,056 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Belmont Hills EL Sch show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Belmont Hills EL Sch — Students at Belmont Hills EL Sch score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.7/10.
How Belmont Hills EL Sch Compares
See how Belmont Hills EL Sch 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
5000 Neshaminy Blvd, Bensalem, PA 19020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belmont Hills EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST EPHREM SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF GRACE (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Penndel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tawanka El Sch (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Langhorne), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bensalem, see our Bensalem schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley El Sch Bensalem | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Neshaminy HS Langhorne | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ST EPHREM SCHOOL Bensalem | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Tawanka El Sch Langhorne | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE Penndel | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Samuel K Faust El Sch Bensalem | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Bensalem Twp HS Bensalem | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| PHILADELPHIA CHRISTIAN CENTER ACADEMY Bensalem | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| NESHAMINY VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Trevose | 2.0 mi | — |
| Benjamin Rush El Sch Bensalem | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Hoover El Sch Langhorne | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BREEZY POINT DAY SCHOOL Langhorne | 2.7 mi | — |
| Cecelia Snyder MS Bensalem | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Robert K Shafer MS Bensalem | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
| WOODS SERVICES Langhorne | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| JUST CHILDREN Feasterville Trevose | 2.6 mi | — |
| Russell C Struble El Sch Bensalem | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Joseph E Ferderbar El Sch Feasterville | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Poquessing MS Feasterville Trevose | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,158
Median Home Value
$344,400
Median Rent
$1,549/mo
Population
57,079
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belmont Hills EL Sch
What grades does Belmont Hills EL Sch serve?
Belmont Hills EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Belmont Hills EL Sch?
Belmont Hills EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belmont Hills EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Belmont Hills EL Sch is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belmont Hills EL Sch rank in PA?
Belmont Hills EL Sch ranks #2,056 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Belmont Hills EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Belmont Hills EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Belmont Hills EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belmont Hills EL Sch has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Belmont Hills EL Sch a charter school?
No, Belmont Hills EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belmont Hills EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Belmont Hills EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belmont Hills EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Belmont Hills EL Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bucks County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (215) 750-2800
Resources & Links
District
Bensalem Township SD- District Enrollment
- 6,329
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,291
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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