Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blue Bell Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Blue Bell El Sch serves the southwest part of Blue Bell, PA, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Bell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Bell Elementary School's student population of 522 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Blue Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Bell Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
62%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Fin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Bell Elementary School is ranked #141 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Blue Bell Elementary School often compared to?
Blue Bell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lower Gwynedd Elementary School, Stony Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Blue Bell Elementary School?
522 students attend Blue Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Blue Bell Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Bell Elementary School?
Blue Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blue Bell Elementary School offer ?
Blue Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Bell Elementary School part of?
Blue Bell Elementary School is part of Wissahickon School District.
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