The Bellaire School

The Bellaire School is a K-5 elementary school in Queens Village, serving a larger-than-average student body. Academic proficiency in both ELA and Math is near the citywide median. The school demonstrates notable strengths in its high attendance rate, which is at the 75th percentile citywide, and an excellent 0% suspension rate. Parent satisfaction is exceptionally high, with nearly all survey respondents expressing positive views on the school environment and family relationships. Parents often praise the dedicated staff and principal, and the school is known for offering music classes for older elementary students and convenient on-site after-school programs. However, chronic absenteeism is a concern, falling near the 75th percentile citywide (higher is worse). While many parents report positive experiences, some reviews raise concerns about bullying and the perceived effectiveness of administrative responses. The school is a zoned neighborhood school, offering both Pre-K and 3-K programs.