Serving 876 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bell Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 876 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- 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
School Overview
Bell Elementary School's student population of 876 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
876 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#169 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #169 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bell Elementary School often compared to?
Bell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coonley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Bell Elementary School?
876 students attend Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Bell Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 13% 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 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
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 City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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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