Serving 505 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blue Bell Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Bell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Bell Elementary School's student population of 505 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blue Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Bell Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#195 out of 2549 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
11%
14%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Bell Elementary School is ranked #195 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Blue Bell Elementary School often compared to?
Blue Bell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lower Gwynedd Elementary School, Stony Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Blue Bell Elementary School?
505 students attend Blue Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Blue Bell Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Bell Elementary School?
Blue Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blue Bell Elementary School offer ?
Blue Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Blue Bell Elementary School part of?
Blue Bell Elementary School is part of Wissahickon SD School District.
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