BELMONT CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Belmont Central Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Gaston County Schools school district, located in Belmont, NC with about 722 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 38 teachers, Belmont Central Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Belmont Central Elementary School, located at 310 Eagle Road in Belmont, North Carolina, is a public elementary school serving students within the Gaston County Schools district. As a staple of the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational academic experience, emphasizing core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to grow not only academically but also socially and emotionally as they progress through their formative years.
The school operates under the broader mission of the Gaston County School system, which prioritizes student success, community engagement, and the integration of modern educational tools. By utilizing its official portal, families can stay informed about school-wide initiatives, extracurricular opportunities, and district-level resources. Belmont Central maintains a strong connection to its surrounding community, striving to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond by promoting curiosity, character development, and a consistent commitment to educational excellence.
For more information, contact Belmont Central Elementary at (704) 836-9137 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Belmont, NC 28012-3721
(704) 836-9137
BELMONT CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Belmont, NC with about 722 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Gaston County Schools
- Total Students:
- 722
- Teachers:
- 38.4
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 722 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending BELMONT CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.
- White
- 79.5%
- Black or African American
- 9.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.6%
- Asian
- 4.0%
- Two or more races
- 2.8%
- Female
- 50.8%
- Male
- 49.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.