Summary:
The city of Rosedale, Virginia is home to a single standout elementary school, Belfast Elementary, which serves students in grades PK-5. Belfast Elementary has consistently ranked among the top elementary schools in Virginia, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and exceptional academic performance that exceeds both district and state averages.
Despite serving a student population with a high percentage (89.29%) of economically disadvantaged students who receive free or reduced-price lunch, Russell County Public Schools district, of which Belfast Elementary is a part, has a 3-star rating and ranks 46 out of 130 districts in Virginia. Belfast Elementary, however, has demonstrated its ability to overcome socioeconomic challenges and provide a high-quality education, with 100% of 3rd-grade students proficient or better in SOL Mathematics, compared to 75.68% for the district and 70.11% for the state.
While Belfast Elementary's student population is predominantly White (97.86%), the school's consistent academic excellence and 5-star rating from SchoolDigger suggest that it is a valuable educational resource for the Rosedale community. The school's low student-teacher ratio of 16:1 and high per-student spending of $6,127 in the 2020-2021 school year further indicate the school's commitment to providing a supportive and enriching learning environment for its students.
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