Bell Elementary School serves 432 students in grades 1-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 44%
- Reading Proficiency: 46%
- Attendance Zone: Bell Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Monticello, KY, encompassing an approximate area of 484.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bell Elementary School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
432 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bell Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)46%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% KY state average).
How many students attend Bell Elementary School?
432 students attend Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bell Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Elementary School?
Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bell Elementary School offer ?
Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bell Elementary School part of?
Bell Elementary School is part of Wayne County School District.
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