BELFONTE

Located along 475751 State Highway 101 in Muldrow, Oklahoma, Belfonte Public Schools is an active, traditional public school district dedicated to serving young learners from Pre-Kindergarten through eighth grade. Situated in a distant rural setting linked to the broader Fort Smith metropolitan region, the district operates two school facilities designed to provide a focused academic foundation before students transition to high school. As an independent, non-charter district, Belfonte delivers primary and middle-grade educational programs tailored to the unique needs of its local community across ten distinct grade levels.

The district fosters a close-knit learning environment, supporting a compact student body of 135 children, including 72 male and 63 female students. Belfonte reflects a rich cultural demographic, with American Indian students representing the largest group (65 students), complemented by White (37), multiracial (29), and Hispanic (4) learners. This small scale is paired with a strong staffing structure comprising 20 full-time equivalent teachers, 2.5 instructional aides, and over 10 support staff members, yielding an exceptionally low student-to-teacher ratio of under seven to one. This configuration enables highly personalized classroom instruction and strong community connection. Families and researchers interested in learning more can explore the district's portal at www.belfonte.k12.ok.us or contact the central office directly at (918) 427-3522.