Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Bel Air Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bel Air Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bel Air Elementary School's student population of 333 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bel Air Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bel Air Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 901 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
75%
61%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bel Air Elementary School's ranking?
Bel Air Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Bel Air Elementary School often compared to?
Bel Air Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Bel Air Elementary School?
333 students attend Bel Air Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bel Air Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bel Air Elementary School?
Bel Air Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bel Air Elementary School offer ?
Bel Air Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bel Air Elementary School part of?
Bel Air Elementary School is part of Norfolk School District.
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