Serving 520 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bell-graham 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 68% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bell-Graham Elementary School serves the west part of Saint Charles, IL, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell-graham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bell-graham Elementary School's student population of 520 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Bell-graham Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell-graham Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#112 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
9%
29%
White
78%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell-graham Elementary School's ranking?
Bell-graham Elementary School is ranked #112 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bell-graham Elementary School often compared to?
Bell-graham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ferson Creek School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bell-graham Elementary School?
520 students attend Bell-graham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bell-graham Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell-graham Elementary School?
Bell-graham Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bell-graham Elementary School offer ?
Bell-graham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bell-graham Elementary School part of?
Bell-graham Elementary School is part of St Charles CUSD 303 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No school
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
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