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#1112 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Esther's School Bell
School
1079 KUSHMER ST, Bell, FL 32619
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#1,112 of 1,462
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Esther's School Bell
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About Esther's School Bell
Esther's School Bell is a private school in Bell, FL. Esther's School Bell serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Esther's School Bell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,112 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Esther's School Bell is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Esther's School Bell sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Esther's School Bell is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Esther's School Bell compares to the 2 public schools in Bell, FL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bell
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Esther's School Bell (this school) | 5.5 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| BELL HIGH SCHOOL | 6.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1079 KUSHMER ST, Bell, FL 32619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Esther's School Bell may also want to explore other schools in the area. DIXIE COUNTY LEARNING ACADEMY, INC (rated 6.7/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Old Town), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Trenton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bell, see our Bell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bell | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| BELL HIGH SCHOOL Bell | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| GILCHRIST VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Trenton | 9.5 mi | — |
| TRENTON HIGH SCHOOL Trenton | 9.6 mi | 7.1 |
| TRENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trenton | 9.8 mi | 8.0 |
| RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Trenton | 9.9 mi | 5.6 |
| OLD TOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Old Town | 13.3 mi | 8.8 |
| DIXIE COUNTY LEARNING ACADEMY, INC Old Town | 13.2 mi | 6.7 |
| BRANFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Branford | 15.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BRANFORD HIGH SCHOOL Branford | 15.0 mi | 6.8 |
| NATURE COAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Chiefland | 15.4 mi | 6.1 |
| FORT WHITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort White | 14.7 mi | 5.4 |
| FORT WHITE HIGH SCHOOL Fort White | 15.0 mi | 6.3 |
| WHISPERING WINDS CHARTER SCHOOL Chiefland | 17.0 mi | 8.8 |
| NEWBERRY HIGH SCHOOL Newberry | 16.4 mi | 5.6 |
| CHIEFLAND MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL Chiefland | 18.5 mi | 6.4 |
| NEWBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newberry | 16.7 mi | 5.1 |
| CHIEFLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chiefland | 18.9 mi | 6.2 |
| LIVING SPRINGS ACADEMY High Springs | 16.9 mi | 7.4 |
| OAK VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Newberry | 17.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,045
Median Home Value
$177,600
Median Rent
$615/mo
Population
5,227
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
40.9
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| ENDEAVOR SCHOOL Lake Mary, FL | 5.5 |
| HARDEE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Wauchula, FL | 5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Esther's School Bell
What grades does Esther's School Bell serve?
Esther's School Bell serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Esther's School Bell?
Esther's School Bell has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Esther's School Bell?
The student-teacher ratio at Esther's School Bell is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Esther's School Bell rank in FL?
Esther's School Bell ranks #1,112 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Esther's School Bell's MySchoolScout rating?
Esther's School Bell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Esther's School Bell a private school?
Yes, Esther's School Bell is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Esther's School Bell a religious school?
Esther's School Bell has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 30% M / 70% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Gilchrist County
- Phone
- (352) 580-8855
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