Serving 211 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bell Elementary School's student population of 211 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#623 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
5%
25%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Bell Elementary School is ranked #623 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bell Elementary School often compared to?
Bell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haw Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bell Elementary School?
211 students attend Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bell Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell Elementary School?
Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bell Elementary School offer ?
Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bell Elementary School part of?
Bell Elementary School is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
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