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 Private School and Tall Oaks Montessori, within a 10–mile radius of Radford.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked VA School
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Belle Heth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Year Founded
1880
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
516 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Making today to build tomorrow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Belle Heth Elementary School is Gateway Private School - Dublin (7.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Radford Early Learning Center (1.0 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Radford Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
1511 Tyler Ave
Radford, VA 24141
(540) 838-2408
Radford, VA 24141
(540) 838-2408
1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
205 5th St
Dublin, VA 24084
(540) 307-5286
Dublin, VA 24084
(540) 307-5286
7.5 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 9 students
703 Tall Oaks Dr
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-0034
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 951-0034
8.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 35 students
3600 Yellow Sulphur Road
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 552-7562
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 552-7562
9.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 193 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Valley Classical School
(Christian)
610 N Main St Ste 261
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 339-3930
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 339-3930
9.6 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 70 students
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