Serving 624 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bell Gardens Elementary serves the southwest part of Bell Gardens, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bell Gardens Elementary School's student population of 624 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
624 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students to Achieve Academic Excellence as Model Citizens.
School Rankings
Bell Gardens Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Gardens Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#6062 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #6062 out of 9,523 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
624 students attend Bell Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Bell Gardens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Gardens Elementary School?
Bell Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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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