Very Good
#2528 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Bell Senior High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
4328 Bell Ave., Bell, CA 90201
Enrollment
2,259
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,259
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,528 of 9,539
In Bell
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#258 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Bell Senior High
Bell Senior High is a public high school in Bell, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Bell Senior High serves approximately 2,259 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bell Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,528 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bell Senior High show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Bell Senior High is a large school: 2,259 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Bell Senior High runs 21.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
36% of students at Bell Senior High 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 Senior High — Students at Bell Senior High score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.1/10.
How Bell Senior High Compares
See how Bell Senior High 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
4328 Bell Ave., Bell, CA 90201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bell Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Maywood Center for Enriched Studies (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Maywood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Russell Westbrook Why Not? High (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Maywood Academy High (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Maywood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bell, see our Bell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Russell Westbrook Why Not? High Bell | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Jaime Escalante Elementary Cudahy | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Nueva Vista Elementary Bell | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Corona Avenue Elementary Bell | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Maywood Academy High Maywood | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Teresa Hughes Elementary Cudahy | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Martha Escutia Primary Center Bell | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Bell Bell | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Orchard Academies 2C Bell | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Orchard Academies 2B Bell | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL Maywood | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| St. Rose of Lima Catholic Maywood | 0.8 mi | — |
| Huntington Park Elementary Huntington Park | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Aspire Antonio Maria Lugo Academy Oakland | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Woodlawn Avenue Elementary Bell | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Elizabeth Learning Center Cudahy | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Chester W. Nimitz Middle Huntington Park | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Fishburn Avenue Elementary Maywood | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Maywood Center for Enriched Studies Maywood | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Ellen Ochoa Learning Center Cudahy | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood 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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|---|---|
| Alta Loma High Alta Loma, CA | 7.5 |
| Arroyo High San Lorenzo, CA | 7.5 |
| Baldwin Park High Baldwin Park, CA | 7.5 |
| Chatsworth Charter High Chatsworth, CA | 7.5 |
| Hillcrest High Riverside, CA | 7.5 |
| Irvine High Irvine, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bell Senior High
What grades does Bell Senior High serve?
Bell Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bell Senior High?
Bell Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 2,259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bell Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Bell Senior High is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bell Senior High rank in CA?
Bell Senior High ranks #2,528 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bell Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Bell Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bell Senior High has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bell Senior High a charter school?
No, Bell Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bell Senior High a Title I school?
No, Bell Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bell Senior High?
89.1% of students at Bell Senior High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 106
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (323) 832-4700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #258 of 769
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