Serving 2,397 students in grades 9-12, Bell Senior High 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bell Senior High School's student population of 2,397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bell Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Senior High School is 0.08, 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
#1405 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Bell High School is a secondary school in Bell, California, United States. The school, which serves grades 9 through 12, is a part of District 6 of the Los Angeles Unified School District.
- Its motto is "Honor lies in honest toil, its mascot is the eagle, and the school colors are purple and gold. The only high school in the City of Bell, also serves the surrounding cities of Cudahy and Maywood. Some portions of Huntington Park and Maywood are zoned to both Bell High School and Huntington Park High School.
- History: The school opened October 23, 1925. In 2005, South East High School in South Gate opened, relieving Bell. In 2006, Maywood Academy High School opened. The project page describes the school, a non-zoned magnet school, to have relieved Bell.
- Notable alumni: Ed "Big Daddy" Roth, cartoonist and hot-rod icon; John Ferraro, U.S. politician; Marvin Benard, athlete, MLB; Bobby Magallanes, athlete, MLB; Efrain Flores; Jayson Villar.
- Sports: Football; Soccer; Basketball; Baseball; Tennis; Wrestling; Volleyball; Softball; Cross-Country/Track & Field; Cheerleading; The Bell High Marching Eagles; Short Flags/ Tall Flags; Swimming.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Senior High School's ranking?
Bell Senior High School is ranked #1405 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bell Senior High School often compared to?
Bell Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntington Park Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bell Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Bell Senior High School is 84%, which is equal to the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bell Senior High School?
2,397 students attend Bell Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Bell Senior High School students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell Senior High School?
Bell Senior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bell Senior High School offer ?
Bell Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bell Senior High School part of?
Bell Senior High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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