Summary:
Bell Elementary is a public elementary school in Tyler, Texas, serving 533 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Tyler Independent School District, which is ranked 501 out of 968 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Bell Elementary has shown fluctuating academic performance on STAAR assessments, with some grades and subjects performing better than others. In 2023-2024, the school outperformed the Tyler ISD and Texas state averages in 3rd and 5th grade reading, but underperformed in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade math. The school's performance on STAAR assessments for specific student subgroups, such as African American, Hispanic, and English Language Learner students, has been mixed. Bell Elementary's statewide ranking has varied significantly, ranging from 1,082 out of 4,578 Texas elementary schools in 2020-2021 to 2,645 out of 4,675 in 2023-2024. The school's performance on the SchoolDigger rating system has also fluctuated, with the school earning 1 to 4 stars out of 5 in different years.
Compared to nearby schools, Caldwell Arts Academy and Woods Elementary stand out as high-performing, consistently outperforming Bell Elementary and the district/state averages on STAAR assessments. In contrast, schools like Peete Elementary and Douglas Elementary have struggled academically, with lower proficiency rates compared to Bell Elementary. Despite these challenges, Bell Elementary maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 14.4 to 15.7 students per teacher over the past three school years, suggesting a focus on providing more individualized support and resources for students.
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Detail:
Public PK, KG-5
District:
Tyler Independent School District (Isd)
SchoolDigger Rank:
2645th of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $10,563
Students who attend Bell Elementary usually attend:
Student/teacher ratio: 14.5
Number of students: 533
Racial breakdown:
Hispanic:
54.4%
African American:
27.6%
White:
12.2%
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Two or more races:
5.1%
Asian:
0.6%
American Indian:
0.2%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 88.4%
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