Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bell Elementary School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
3%
7%
White
78%
61%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Bell Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Bell Elementary School often compared to?
Bell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Queen Elementary School, Walnut Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Bell Elementary School?
488 students attend Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bell Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Elementary School?
Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bell Elementary School offer ?
Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bell Elementary School part of?
Bell Elementary School is part of Papillion La Vista Community Schools.
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