Serving 466 students in grades 3-5, Bellefontaine Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellefontaine Intermediate School's student population of 466 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Bellefontaine Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellefontaine Intermediate School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1448 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
76%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellefontaine Intermediate School's ranking?
Bellefontaine Intermediate School is ranked #1448 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Bellefontaine Intermediate School often compared to?
Bellefontaine Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Logan Elementary School, Bellefontaine Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Bellefontaine Intermediate School?
466 students attend Bellefontaine Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Bellefontaine Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bellefontaine Intermediate School?
Bellefontaine Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bellefontaine Intermediate School offer ?
Bellefontaine Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bellefontaine Intermediate School part of?
Bellefontaine Intermediate School is part of Bellefontaine City School District.
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