Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bell Avenue School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Bell Avenue School's student population of 265 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bell Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Avenue School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2514 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
89%
14%
White
1%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Avenue School's ranking?
Bell Avenue School is ranked #2514 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bell Avenue School often compared to?
Bell Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bell Avenue School?
265 students attend Bell Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bell Avenue School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell Avenue School?
Bell Avenue School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bell Avenue School offer ?
Bell Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bell Avenue School part of?
Bell Avenue School is part of William Penn School District.
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