Serving 534 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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- 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 534 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
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 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
11%
14%
White
65%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 Stony Creek Elementary School, Lower Gwynedd 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?
534 students attend Blue Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Blue Bell Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Bell Elementary School?
Blue Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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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