Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2709 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
47%
17%
White
31%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School is ranked #2709 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School?
425 students attend Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School?
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School offer ?
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School part of?
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School located?
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School is located in the North Linden neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 12 other public schools located in North Linden.
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