Serving 1,066 students in grades 6-8, Bell Mountain Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,066 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bell Mountain Middle serves the southeast part of Menifee, CA, covering an area of approximately 24.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically live within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the edge of the attendance area, reaching up to 5.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bell Mountain Middle School's student population of 1,066 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,066 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bell Mountain Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Mountain Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#3766 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
23%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-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 Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Bell Mountain Middle School is ranked #3766 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bell Mountain Middle School often compared to?
Bell Mountain Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Menifee Valley Middle School, Hans Christensen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bell Mountain Middle School?
1,066 students attend Bell Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bell Mountain Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Mountain Middle School?
Bell Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bell Mountain Middle School offer ?
Bell Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bell Mountain Middle School part of?
Bell Mountain Middle School is part of Menifee Union School District.
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