Alexander Graham Bell School, also known as Bell School is a public school located in the North Center neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, United States; it is a part of the Chicago Public Schools. It offers grades kindergarten through grade eight.
Serving 902 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bell Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 902 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bell Elementary School serves the northern part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bell Elementary School's student population of 902 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
902 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#207 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Bell Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bell Elementary School often compared to?
Bell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Audubon Elementary School, Coonley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bell Elementary School?
902 students attend Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Bell Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 2% 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 higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bell Elementary School offer ?
Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bell Elementary School part of?
Bell Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Bell Elementary School located?
Bell Elementary School is located in the North Center neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in North Center.
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