Average
#2509 of 3,441 schools in OH
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School
Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District
1545 Huy Rd, Columbus, OH 43224
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,509 of 3,441
In Columbus
#84 of 224
public schools
In district
#30 of 114
Columbus City Schools District
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Huy/a.g.
Bell Elementary School serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,509 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School 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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Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School — Students at Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.0/10.
How Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School Compares
See how Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School 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
1545 Huy Rd, Columbus, OH 43224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TOOBA ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Columbus Humanities Arts and Technology Academy (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MATTHIAS SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,934
Median Home Value
$159,800
Median Rent
$1,025/mo
Population
44,096
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
51.6%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Adlai Stevenson School Cleveland, OH | 5.2 |
| East Linden Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.2 |
| Fairview Elementary School Dayton, OH | 5.2 |
| Finland Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.2 |
| Gables Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.2 |
| Gibbs Elementary School Canton, OH | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School
What grades does Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School serve?
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School?
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School rank in OH?
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School ranks #2,509 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School a charter school?
No, Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Huy/a.g. Bell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 425
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.6%
- Phone
- (614) 365-5977
Resources & Links
District
Columbus City Schools District- District Enrollment
- 45,181
- Schools in District
- 116
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,308
- District Rank
- #30 of 114
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