Serving 360 students in grades 6-8, Bell Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bell Academy's student population of 360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bell Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Academy is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#675 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
43%
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
25%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Academy's ranking?
Bell Academy is ranked #675 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bell Academy?
360 students attend Bell Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bell Academy students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell Academy?
Bell Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bell Academy offer ?
Bell Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bell Academy part of?
Bell Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
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