Serving 852 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bell Gardens Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 852 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bell Gardens Elementary School's student population of 852 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
852 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bell Gardens Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Gardens Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7038 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Bell Gardens Elementary School is ranked #7038 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bell Gardens Elementary School?
852 students attend Bell Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Bell Gardens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Bell Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Bell Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bell Gardens Elementary School part of?
Bell Gardens Elementary School is part of Montebello Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bell Gardens Elementary School located?
Bell Gardens Elementary School is located in the South Montebello neighborhood of Bell Gardens, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in South Montebello.
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