Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Floyd Bell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Floyd Bell Elementary School serves the western part of the Kirkwood, NY school district, covering an area of approximately 14.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Floyd Bell Elementary School's student population of 280 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
ENSURING EACH LEARNER IS FUTURE-READY BY PROVIDING EMPOWERING EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES
School Rankings
Floyd Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Floyd Bell Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1637 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Black Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Floyd Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Floyd Bell Elementary School is ranked #1637 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Floyd Bell Elementary School often compared to?
Floyd Bell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like F P Donnelly School, C R Weeks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Floyd Bell Elementary School?
280 students attend Floyd Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Floyd Bell Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Floyd Bell Elementary School?
Floyd Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Floyd Bell Elementary School offer ?
Floyd Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Floyd Bell Elementary School part of?
Floyd Bell Elementary School is part of Windsor Central School District.
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