Summary:
Belvedere, South Carolina is home to a single public school, Belvedere Elementary, which serves students in grades PK through 5 within the Aiken 01 school district.
For parents considering this area, Belvedere Elementary stands out as a strong choice, particularly for literacy. The school’s English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency rates are exceptional, with 5th graders achieving an 83.8% proficiency rate—more than 20 points above the state average. All grade levels score well above both district and state averages in ELA, indicating a clear focus on reading and writing that is paying off. The school also maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14:1 and spends $12,906 per student, suggesting solid resource allocation. Additionally, its chronic absenteeism rate of 19.4% is notably lower than both the district (25.1%) and state (22.3%), which often correlates with a more engaged and supportive school environment.
However, the picture is more mixed in STEM subjects. While 5th-grade math proficiency (57.5%) exceeds the state average, 3rd and 4th-grade math scores (57.9% and 51.2%) fall slightly below state averages. Science proficiency (50%) is also just under the state average. There is also a concerning trend: the school’s state ranking has slipped over three years, from the 80th percentile (4 stars) in 2023-2024 to the 69th percentile (3 stars) in 2025-2026, even as test scores remain high—suggesting other schools are improving faster. Furthermore, 4th-grade math saw a dramatic 15-point drop from 66.3% to 51.2% year-over-year, a volatility worth monitoring. Overall, Belvedere Elementary is an excellent option for families prioritizing strong reading skills, but those concerned about math and science may want to explore supplemental support.
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