Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bell Elementary School's student population of 351 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Committed to Excellence
School Rankings
Bell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#122 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
55%
47%
White
37%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Bell Elementary School is ranked #122 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bell Elementary School often compared to?
Bell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hayes Cooper Center For Math Sc Tec, Nailor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bell Elementary School?
351 students attend Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Bell Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Elementary School?
Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bell Elementary School offer ?
Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bell Elementary School part of?
Bell Elementary School is part of Cleveland School District.
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