Serving 595 students in grades 5-8, Robert E Bell School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert E Bell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Robert E Bell School's student population of 595 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert E Bell School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert E Bell School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#891 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
70%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert E Bell School's ranking?
Robert E Bell School is ranked #891 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Robert E Bell School often compared to?
Robert E Bell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Bridges Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Robert E Bell School?
595 students attend Robert E Bell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Robert E Bell School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert E Bell School?
Robert E Bell School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert E Bell School offer ?
Robert E Bell School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert E Bell School part of?
Robert E Bell School is part of Chappaqua Central School District.
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