Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Belding Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belding Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Belding Elementary School's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belding Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belding Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#828 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
36%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belding Elementary School's ranking?
Belding Elementary School is ranked #828 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Belding Elementary School often compared to?
Belding Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Disney Ii Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Belding Elementary School?
563 students attend Belding Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Belding Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belding Elementary School?
Belding Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belding Elementary School offer ?
Belding Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Belding Elementary School part of?
Belding Elementary School is part of Chicago 51爆料s Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Belding Elementary School located?
Belding Elementary School is located in the Old Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other public schools located in Old Irving Park.
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