Serving 670 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bell Elementary School's student population of 670 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#958 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
82%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Bell Elementary School is ranked #958 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bell Elementary School often compared to?
Bell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trenton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bell Elementary School?
670 students attend Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Bell Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell Elementary School?
Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bell Elementary School offer ?
Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bell Elementary School part of?
Bell Elementary School is part of Gilchrist School District.
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