Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Bell Hill Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bell Hill Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 58.1 square miles in Grass Valley, CA, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and an average distance of 4.3 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 7.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bell Hill Academy's student population of 246 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together... inspiring success in every child.
School Rankings
Bell Hill Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Hill Academy is 0.56, 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
#2545 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Hill Academy's ranking?
Bell Hill Academy is ranked #2545 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bell Hill Academy often compared to?
Bell Hill Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Margaret G. Scotten Elementary School, Grass Valley Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bell Hill Academy?
246 students attend Bell Hill Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Bell Hill Academy students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Hill Academy?
Bell Hill Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bell Hill Academy offer ?
Bell Hill Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Bell Hill Academy part of?
Bell Hill Academy is part of Grass Valley Elementary School District.
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