Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bell Avenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bell Avenue Elementary serves the east part of Sacramento, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bell Avenue Elementary School's student population of 377 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bell Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Avenue Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6535 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
19%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Bell Avenue Elementary School is ranked #6535 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bell Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Bell Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robla Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bell Avenue Elementary School?
377 students attend Bell Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bell Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Avenue Elementary School?
Bell Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bell Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Bell Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bell Avenue Elementary School part of?
Bell Avenue Elementary School is part of Robla Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Bell Avenue Elementary School located?
Bell Avenue Elementary School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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5 10/10/2025
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