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Belvedere Elementary

Elementary School · Aiken 01

201 Rhomboid Place, Belvedere, SC 29841

Enrollment

621

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#758 of 1,176

In district

#25 of 39

Aiken 01

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Belvedere Elementary

5.6/10

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

Mossy Creek Elementary

7.0/10

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6.6/10

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About Belvedere Elementary

Belvedere Elementary is a public elementary school in Belvedere, SC, part of Aiken 01. Belvedere Elementary serves approximately 621 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Belvedere Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #758 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Belvedere Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,967
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Belvedere Elementary — Students at Belvedere Elementary score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Belvedere Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in SC
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

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

201 Rhomboid Place, Belvedere, SC 29841

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belvedere Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mossy Creek Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby North Augusta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clearwater Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Clearwater), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby North Augusta), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Belvedere, see our Belvedere schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Mossy Creek Elementary North Augusta 1.6 mi 7.0
OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL North Augusta 1.8 mi 6.6
North Augusta Middle North Augusta 2.1 mi 4.1
Paul Knox Middle North Augusta 1.9 mi 4.7
North Augusta High North Augusta 2.2 mi 7.5
FAIRVIEW EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER North Augusta 2.4 mi
North Augusta Elementary North Augusta 2.9 mi 6.3
GRACE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER North Augusta 2.9 mi
VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Augusta 2.7 mi 8.1
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKDAY EDUCATION North Augusta 2.9 mi 4.1
Hammond Hill Elementary North Augusta 2.8 mi 5.9
Clearwater Elementary Clearwater 3.2 mi 6.8
HERITAGE ACADEMY Augusta 4.1 mi 6.3
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Augusta 4.2 mi 7.0
CURTIS BAPTIST SCHOOL (PK-12) Augusta 4.1 mi 8.9
Davidson Magnet School Augusta 4.3 mi 9.4
MIDLAND VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Graniteville 3.9 mi 6.9
W.S. Hornsby Elementary School Augusta 4.7 mi 6.2
W.S. Hornsby Middle School Augusta 4.8 mi 3.4
Midland Valley High Graniteville 4.1 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,811

Median Home Value

$186,000

Median Rent

$1,050/mo

Population

32,409

College Educated

31.6%

Homeownership

69.6%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belvedere Elementary

What grades does Belvedere Elementary serve?

Belvedere Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Belvedere Elementary?

Belvedere Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 621 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belvedere Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Belvedere Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Belvedere Elementary rank in SC?

Belvedere Elementary ranks #758 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Belvedere Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Belvedere Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Belvedere Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belvedere Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Belvedere Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Belvedere Elementary a Title I school?

No, Belvedere Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

58.1% of students at Belvedere 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
621
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Aiken County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

District

Aiken 01
District Enrollment
23,103
Schools in District
41
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,967
District Rank
#25 of 39

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