Very Good
#372 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 17% in state
Bell City Elem.
Elementary School · BELL CITY R-II
25254 WALNUT ST, Bell City, MO 63735
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#372 of 2,221
In Bell City
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
BELL CITY R-II
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Bell City Elem.
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About Bell City Elem.
Bell City Elem. is a public elementary school in Bell City, MO, part of BELL CITY R-II. Bell City Elem. serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bell City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #372 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Bell City Elem. show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, Bell City Elem. 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Bell City Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bell City Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Bell City Elem. — Students at Bell City Elem. score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)
Based on 29 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 6.0/10.
How Bell City Elem. Compares
See how Bell City Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25254 WALNUT ST, Bell City, MO 63735
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bell City Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ORAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Oran), with a very similar rating. Another option is SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Sikeston), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BLOOMFIELD ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bell City, see our Bell City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BELL CITY HIGH Bell City | 0.1 mi | 9.2 |
| ADVANCE HIGH Advance | 7.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ADVANCE ELEM. Advance | 7.8 mi | 3.2 |
| ANCHOR ACADEMY Vanduser | 7.6 mi | — |
| BLOOMFIELD ELEM. Bloomfield | 11.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BLOOMFIELD HIGH Bloomfield | 11.4 mi | 8.3 |
| JUVENILE CTR. Bloomfield | 11.4 mi | — |
| BLOOMFIELD MIDDLE Bloomfield | 11.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ORAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oran | 10.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ORAN HIGH SCHOOL Oran | 10.2 mi | 6.8 |
| GUARDIAN ANGEL SCHOOL Oran | 10.3 mi | 5.9 |
| DELTA HIGH Delta | 13.1 mi | 6.6 |
| DELTA ELEM. Delta | 13.1 mi | 5.9 |
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. Sikeston | 11.3 mi | 7.9 |
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL HIGH Sikeston | 11.3 mi | 7.0 |
| RICHLAND HIGH Essex | 14.4 mi | 8.5 |
| RICHLAND ELEM. Essex | 14.4 mi | 5.9 |
| CHAFFEE ELEM. Chaffee | 13.8 mi | 5.3 |
| CHAFFEE JR.-SR. HIGH Chaffee | 14.0 mi | 5.0 |
| SIKESTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sikeston | 14.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,406
Median Home Value
$73,000
Median Rent
$404/mo
Population
761
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
33.6%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KEYTESVILLE ELEM. Keytesville, MO | 7.8 |
| SMITHVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY II Smithville, MO | 7.8 |
| TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 7.8 |
| ALTENBURG ELEM. Altenburg, MO | 7.7 |
| GREEN CITY ELEM. Green City, MO | 7.7 |
| LOCKWOOD ELEM. Lockwood, MO | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bell City Elem.
What grades does Bell City Elem. serve?
Bell City Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Bell City Elem.?
Bell City Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bell City Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Bell City Elem. is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bell City Elem. rank in MO?
Bell City Elem. ranks #372 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Bell City Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Bell City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 City Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bell City Elem. has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bell City Elem. a charter school?
No, Bell City Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bell City Elem. a Title I school?
No, Bell City Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bell City Elem.?
57.0% of students at Bell City Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Stoddard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.3%
- Phone
- (573) 733-4444
Resources & Links
District
BELL CITY R-II- District Enrollment
- 212
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,357
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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