Bell Academy

Bell Academy serves 360 students in grades 6-8 in the Bayside neighborhood of Queens, New York. This middle school stands out academically, earning an impressive 8.4 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #247 out of 4,758 schools statewide, placing it in the 95th percentile. With a student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1 and 27 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides solid individual attention for its students.

The academic results are particularly strong, with 85% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 80% meeting or exceeding standards in mathematics. These scores contribute to the school's exceptional 9.5 out of 10 academic score, reflecting consistent high performance across grade levels. Bell Academy draws from a well-educated community where 51% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding Bayside neighborhood, with a median household income of $100,016 and median home values around $679,500, represents a stable, middle-to-upper-middle-class area with a relatively low poverty rate of 6.5%. Located at 18-25 212th Street, the school serves families in this established Queens community known for its residential character and strong commitment to education.