Serving 848 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bell Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 848 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bell Elementary School's student population of 848 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
848 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
17%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Bell Elementary School is ranked #173 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bell Elementary School often compared to?
Bell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coonley Elementary School, Audubon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bell Elementary School?
848 students attend Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bell Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell Elementary School?
Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bell Elementary School offer ?
Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bell Elementary School part of?
Bell Elementary School is part of Chicago 51爆料s Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bell Elementary School located?
Bell Elementary School is located in the North Center neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 1 other public schools located in North Center.
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