At a glance
Reported students
241
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
17.6
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona elementary enrollment
20th percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
601
Traditional Academy at Bellair: 241 reported students.
State peer staffing position
25th percentile
13.7:1 reported; state peer median 16.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 198
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Student–teacher ratio
- 9.9:1
What the reported data says about Traditional Academy at Bellair
Traditional Academy at Bellair is a public elementary school serving grades PK–06 in Glendale. It is one of 42 current school records connected to Deer Valley Unified District (4246). NCES reports 241 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,189 elementary schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 453 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 20th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.7:1, below the Arizona median of 16.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (53.1%) and Hispanic or Latino (30.7%). English learners represent 1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Traditional Academy at Bellair
- 1How do the reported 13.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 17.6 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White53.1%
- Hispanic30.7%
- Black6.2%
- Asian1.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Deer Valley Unified District (4246)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
New River Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
162 reported students
Anthem School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
400 reported students
Sunrise Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
426 reported students
Mountain Shadows Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
426 reported students
Desert Mountain School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
438 reported students
Village Meadows Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
441 reported students
Public schools near Traditional Academy at Bellair
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mirage Elementary School Elementary · Deer Valley Unified District (4246) | PK–06 | 454 | 1 mi |
| Mountain Shadows Elementary School Elementary · Deer Valley Unified District (4246) | PK–06 | 426 | 1.2 mi |
| Canyon Elementary School Elementary · Peoria Unified School District (4237) | PK–08 | 297 | 1.3 mi |
| Challenge Charter School Elementary · Charter · Challenge School Inc. (6362) | KG–06 | 364 | 1.3 mi |
| Greenbrier Elementary School Elementary · Deer Valley Unified District (4246) | PK–06 | 452 | 1.9 mi |
| Sunrise Elementary School Elementary · Deer Valley Unified District (4246) | PK–06 | 426 | 2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Traditional Academy at Bellair
What grades does Traditional Academy at Bellair serve?
Traditional Academy at Bellair reports grades PK–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Deer Valley Unified District (4246).
How many students attend Traditional Academy at Bellair?
Traditional Academy at Bellair reported 241 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 20th percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 198 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Traditional Academy at Bellair?
The calculated ratio is 13.7:1, based on 241 students and 17.6 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 16.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Traditional Academy at Bellair a public, charter, or magnet school?
Traditional Academy at Bellair is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Deer Valley Unified District (4246) attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Traditional Academy at Bellair in?
Traditional Academy at Bellair is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246), based in Phoenix, AZ, which operates 42 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Traditional Academy at Bellair?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Mirage Elementary School (1 mi), Mountain Shadows Elementary School (1.2 mi), Canyon Elementary School (1.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.