Serving 732 students in grades 6-8, Bell Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 24%
- Reading Proficiency: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bell Middle School's student population of 732 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bell Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)33%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bell Middle School often compared to?
Bell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Diego Scpa by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Bell Middle School?
732 students attend Bell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bell Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell Middle School?
Bell Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bell Middle School offer ?
Bell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bell Middle School part of?
Bell Middle School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bell Middle School located?
Bell Middle School is located in the Bay Terraces neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Bay Terraces.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2024 (Saturday)
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