Excellent
#103 of 864 schools in NM
Top 12% in state
Bell Elementary
Elementary School · DEMING
1000 EAST MAPLE, Deming, NM 88030
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#103 of 864
In Deming
#1 of 12
public schools
In district
#1 of 13
DEMING
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Bell Elementary
Bell Elementary is a public elementary school in Deming, NM, part of DEMING. Bell Elementary serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Bell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Bell Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at Bell 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 Elementary — Students at Bell Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Bell Elementary Compares
See how Bell 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
1000 EAST MAPLE, Deming, NM 88030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BATAAN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, RUBEN S. TORRES ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Deming, see our Deming schools guide .
Nearby Schools
17 within 44.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEMING CESAR CHAVEZ Deming | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Deming | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| MY LITTLE SCHOOL Deming | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Deming | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| DEMING HIGH Deming | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MIMBRES VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Deming | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY Deming | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| RUBEN S. TORRES ELEMENTARY Deming | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| DEMING INTERMEDIATE Deming | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| RED MOUNTAIN MIDDLE Deming | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| BATAAN ELEMENTARY Deming | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY Columbus | 29.5 mi | 6.0 |
| HURLEY ELEMENTARY Hurley | 37.2 mi | 5.0 |
| SNELL MIDDLE Bayard | 40.5 mi | 6.1 |
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY Bayard | 40.7 mi | 4.5 |
| COBRE HIGH Bayard | 41.0 mi | 6.5 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Garfield | 44.0 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,514
Median Home Value
$113,700
Median Rent
$712/mo
Population
24,270
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 8.1 |
| ALVARADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 8.0 |
| CUBERO ELEMENTARY Grants, NM | 8.2 |
| EVA B STOKELY ELEMENTARY Shiprock, NM | 8.0 |
| GADSDEN ELEMENTARY Sunland Park, NM | 8.2 |
| LOMA LINDA ELEMENTARY Anthony, NM | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bell Elementary
What grades does Bell Elementary serve?
Bell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bell Elementary?
Bell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bell Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bell Elementary rank in NM?
Bell Elementary ranks #103 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Bell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bell Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bell Elementary a charter school?
No, Bell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bell Elementary?
100.0% of students at Bell 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Luna County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.5%
- Phone
- (575) 546-9712
Resources & Links
District
DEMING- District Enrollment
- 5,232
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,958
- District Rank
- #1 of 13
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