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Belle Heth Elementary School

151 George St Radford, VA 24141

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: 3-6
  • Enrollment: 516 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Belle Heth Elementary School in Radford, VA serves 516 co–ed students in grades 3 through 6 within a nonsectarian, suburban community.
  • Founded in 1880, the school is one of the oldest private elementary schools in Virginia.
  • The student–teacher ratio of 12:1, supported by 44 teachers for its enrolled students.
  • The school ranks in the top 20% of Virginia private elementary schools for student diversity and total enrollment size.
  • Belle Heth Elementary is located near multiple small private schools, including Gateway ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ and Tall Oaks Montessori, within a 10–mile radius of Radford.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • Grades: 3-6
  • Enrollment: 516 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Belle Heth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1880
School Calendar
School Motto
Making today to build tomorrow

Student Body

Total Students
516 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Belle Heth Elementary School's ranking?
Belle Heth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Belle Heth Elementary School?
The application deadline for Belle Heth Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Virginia is $14,733 for elementary schools and $18,294 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Virginia is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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