Serving 2,323 students in grades 10-12, Bell High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 2,323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Bell High School's student population of 2,323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
2,323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bell High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4372 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
40%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell High School's ranking?
Bell High School is ranked #4372 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bell High School often compared to?
Bell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birdville High School, Trinity High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bell High School?
The graduation rate of Bell High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bell High School?
2,323 students attend Bell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Bell High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell High School?
Bell High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bell High School offer ?
Bell High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Bell High School part of?
Bell High School is part of Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD School District.
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