Excellent
#55 of 1,176 schools in SC
Top 5% in state
Belle Hall Elementary
Elementary School · Charleston 01
385 Egypt Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#55 of 1,176
In Mt. Pleasant
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#8 of 79
Charleston 01
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Belle Hall Elementary
Belle Hall Elementary is a public elementary school in Mt. Pleasant, SC, part of Charleston 01. Belle Hall Elementary serves approximately 657 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Belle Hall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 1,176 schools in SC. Structured state assessment records for Belle Hall Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- SC avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Belle Hall Elementary — Students at Belle Hall Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from SC 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: 8.3/10.
How Belle Hall Elementary Compares
See how Belle Hall 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
385 Egypt Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belle Hall Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Cooper Montessori Charter (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Mt. Pleasant Academy (rated 8.5/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Mount Pleasant), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mamie P. Whitesides Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mt. Pleasant, see our Mt. Pleasant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,215
Median Home Value
$672,400
Median Rent
$1,973/mo
Population
51,758
College Educated
66.6%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brennen Elementary Columbia, SC | 8.5 |
| East Cooper Montessori Charter Mt. Pleasant, SC | 8.5 |
| Jackson Creek Elementary Columbia, SC | 8.5 |
| Mt. Pleasant Academy Mount Pleasant, SC | 8.5 |
| Ocean Drive Elementary North Myrtle Beach, SC | 8.5 |
| Pine St. Elementary Spartanburg, SC | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belle Hall Elementary
What grades does Belle Hall Elementary serve?
Belle Hall Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Belle Hall Elementary?
Belle Hall Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 657 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belle Hall Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Belle Hall Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belle Hall Elementary rank in SC?
Belle Hall Elementary ranks #55 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Belle Hall Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Belle Hall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Belle Hall Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belle Hall Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Belle Hall Elementary a charter school?
No, Belle Hall Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belle Hall Elementary a Title I school?
No, Belle Hall Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belle Hall Elementary?
18.1% of students at Belle Hall 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
- 657
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Charleston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.6%
- Phone
- (843) 849-2841
Resources & Links
District
Charleston 01- District Enrollment
- 50,400
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,635
- District Rank
- #8 of 79
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