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#4538 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
Bell Gardens Elementary
Elementary School · Montebello Unified
5620 Quinn St., Bell Gardens, CA 90201
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,538 of 9,539
In Bell Gardens
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#14 of 28
Montebello Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Bell Gardens Elementary
Bell Gardens Elementary is a public elementary school in Bell Gardens, CA, part of Montebello Unified. Bell Gardens Elementary serves approximately 659 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bell Gardens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,538 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bell Gardens Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Bell Gardens Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bell Gardens Elementary — Students at Bell Gardens Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Bell Gardens Elementary Compares
See how Bell Gardens Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5620 Quinn St., Bell Gardens, CA 90201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bell Gardens Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jaime Escalante Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cudahy), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aspire Firestone Academy Charter (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Oakland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ellen Ochoa Learning Center (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Cudahy), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bell Gardens, see our Bell Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,824
Median Home Value
$542,800
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
93,783
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
21%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
32.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bell Gardens Elementary
What grades does Bell Gardens Elementary serve?
Bell Gardens Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bell Gardens Elementary?
Bell Gardens Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 659 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bell Gardens Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bell Gardens Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bell Gardens Elementary rank in CA?
Bell Gardens Elementary ranks #4,538 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bell Gardens Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bell Gardens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bell Gardens Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bell Gardens Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bell Gardens Elementary a charter school?
No, Bell Gardens Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bell Gardens Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bell Gardens Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bell Gardens Elementary?
83.9% of students at Bell Gardens Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 659
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (562) 927-1223
Resources & Links
District
Montebello Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,967
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,912
- District Rank
- #14 of 28
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