Serving 90 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Dakota 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 higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bell Elementary School's student population of 90 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
90 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#107 out of 461 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Bell Elementary School is ranked #107 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Bell Elementary School often compared to?
Bell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bel Air Elementary School, Edison Elementary 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 39% ND state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Bell Elementary School?
90 students attend Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bell Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% 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 10:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bell Elementary School offer ?
Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bell Elementary School part of?
Bell Elementary School is part of Minot 1 School District.
School Reviews
5 5/8/2020
I was a student at this school from 2014 to 2019. This school is a very good place to learn because there are little amounts of kids. The teachers and staff are all amazing, and Mr. Curt was nice to talk to during lunch. I prefer this place over Jim Hill because of the sheer size difference.
5 4/9/2015
my daughter has learned a lot in her first year at bell elementary in the 2nd grade!
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