Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bell-graham Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell-graham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bell-graham Elementary School's student population of 490 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bell-graham Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell-graham Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
79%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell-graham Elementary School's ranking?
Bell-graham Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Bell-graham Elementary School?
490 students attend Bell-graham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Bell-graham Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell-graham Elementary School?
Bell-graham Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bell-graham Elementary School offer ?
Bell-graham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bell-graham Elementary School part of?
Bell-graham Elementary School is part of St Charles CUSD 303 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day for Students - 3 emergency days used
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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