Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bell Avenue School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bell Avenue School serves the southeastern part of Lansdowne, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. The attendance zone is typically within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.5 miles to the zone's edges and extending up to 0.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bell Avenue School's student population of 265 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bell Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Avenue School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2368 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
60%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
4%
3%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Patriots
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Avenue School's ranking?
Bell Avenue School is ranked #2368 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bell Avenue School often compared to?
Bell Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bell Avenue School?
265 students attend Bell Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bell Avenue School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Avenue School?
Bell Avenue School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bell Avenue School offer ?
Bell Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bell Avenue School part of?
Bell Avenue School is part of William Penn School District.
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