Serving 91 students in grades 7-12, Bell City High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BELL CITY HIGH's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bell City school district, covering approximately 107.9 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Bell City High School's student population of 91 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
91 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bell City High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell City High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#866 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
95%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell City High School's ranking?
Bell City High School is ranked #866 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Bell City High School often compared to?
Bell City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Advance High School, Dexter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bell City High School?
The graduation rate of Bell City High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Bell City High School?
91 students attend Bell City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Bell City High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell City High School?
Bell City High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bell City High School offer ?
Bell City High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bell City High School part of?
Bell City High School is part of Bell City R-II School District.
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