Serving 656 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 62% (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 18:1 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bell Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Bell, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 184 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bell Elementary School's student population of 656 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 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
#1006 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Bell Elementary School is ranked #1006 out of 3,662 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?
62% 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?
656 students attend Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Bell Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Elementary School?
Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, 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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