About Belleview-Santos Elementary School
Vision Statement
Providing the tools to achieve infinite possibilities.
Mission Statement
At Belleview-Santos Elementary, we are committed to creating a safe, well-rounded learning experience that encourages all students to reach their highest potential and helps them to be productive, responsible, and compassionate members of society.
School Profile/History
Belleview-Santos Elementary School is located in a rural area of Marion County. Many teachers on staff have served their current students' parents and have strong connections with the community. These same teachers and staff members bring a rich historical background that allows us to more deeply understand the families we serve.
Belleview-Santos was established in 1933 to serve African-American children in K-12 grades. During the trials of integration, Belleview -Santos' all black population was paired with Belleview Elementary's all white population, with Belleview-Santos serving grades 3-5. In 1973, Belleview-Santos became a K-5th grade school site, which it remains today.
Belleview Santos now serves a little over 650 students. Belleview-Santos has been designated a Title I school for many years.