Serving 629 students in grades 7-8, Hilton D. Bell Intermediate ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilton D. Bell Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hilton D. Bell Intermediate's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hilton D. Bell Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilton D. Bell Intermediate is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1008 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
31%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
32%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilton D. Bell Intermediate's ranking?
Hilton D. Bell Intermediate is ranked #1008 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hilton D. Bell Intermediate often compared to?
Hilton D. Bell Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hilton D. Bell Intermediate?
629 students attend Hilton D. Bell Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Hilton D. Bell Intermediate students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilton D. Bell Intermediate?
Hilton D. Bell Intermediate has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Hilton D. Bell Intermediate offer ?
Hilton D. Bell Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Hilton D. Bell Intermediate part of?
Hilton D. Bell Intermediate is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hilton D. Bell Intermediate located?
Hilton D. Bell Intermediate is located in the West Garden Grove neighborhood of Garden Grove, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in West Garden Grove.
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