Serving 274 students in grades 6-8, Bellmont Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bellmont Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entirety of its school district in Decatur, IN, covering approximately 97.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellmont Middle School's student population of 274 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Good at Learning. Good at Life.
School Rankings
Bellmont Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellmont Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1008 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
80%
62%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impacted24.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellmont Middle School's ranking?
Bellmont Middle School is ranked #1008 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Bellmont Middle School?
274 students attend Bellmont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bellmont Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellmont Middle School?
Bellmont Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bellmont Middle School offer ?
Bellmont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bellmont Middle School part of?
Bellmont Middle School is part of North Adams Community Schools.
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