Bell Gardens High School is a public high school in Bell Gardens, California, part of the Montebello Unified School District.
Serving 2,046 students in grades 9-12, Bell Gardens High 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 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,046 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bell Gardens High serves the southwest part of Bell Gardens, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bell Gardens High School's student population of 2,046 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,046 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
School Motto
to graduate all students to be critical thinkers, innovative creators, articulate communicators, and effective collaborators.
School Rankings
Bell Gardens High 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 High School is 0.00, 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
#7408 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
79%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 High School's ranking?
Bell Gardens High School is ranked #7408 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bell Gardens High School often compared to?
Bell Gardens High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Applied Technology Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bell Gardens High School?
The graduation rate of Bell Gardens High School is 79%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Bell Gardens High School?
2,046 students attend Bell Gardens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bell Gardens High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Gardens High School?
Bell Gardens High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bell Gardens High School offer ?
Bell Gardens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bell Gardens High School part of?
Bell Gardens High School is part of Montebello Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bell Gardens High School located?
Bell Gardens High 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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