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#6102 of 8,552 schools in TX
Catherine Bell EL
Elementary School · DENTON ISD
601 VILLA PALOMA BLVD, Little Elm, TX 75068
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,102 of 8,552
In Little Elm
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#26 of 43
DENTON ISD
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Catherine Bell EL
Catherine Bell EL is a public elementary school in Little Elm, TX, part of DENTON ISD. Catherine Bell EL serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Catherine Bell EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,102 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Catherine Bell EL show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Catherine Bell EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Catherine Bell EL — Students at Catherine Bell EL score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from TX 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: 6.0/10.
How Catherine Bell EL Compares
See how Catherine Bell EL 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
601 VILLA PALOMA BLVD, Little Elm, TX 75068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Catherine Bell EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILLER EL (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNION PARK EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Aubrey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JACKIE FULLER EL (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Aubrey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Little Elm, see our Little Elm schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAY BRASWELL H S Aubrey | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| NAVO MIDDLE Aubrey | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| PALOMA CREEK EL Aubrey | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| SAVANNAH EL Aubrey | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| UNION PARK EL Aubrey | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| LAKEVIEW EL Little Elm | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MILLER EL Little Elm | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| PROVIDENCE EL Aubrey | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| LITTLE ELM H S Little Elm | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ EL Little Elm | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| ROBERTSON EL Frisco | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| JACKIE FULLER EL Aubrey | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| JAMES A MONACO Aubrey | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| OAK POINT EL Oak Point | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MINETT EL Frisco | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| CROSS OAKS EL Cross Roads | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| SANDBROCK RANCH EL Aubrey | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| D H BRENT EL Little Elm | 3.9 mi | 5.4 |
| RODRIGUEZ MIDDLE Oak Point | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| CREEKWOOD SCHOOL Little Elm | 4.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,341
Median Home Value
$386,300
Median Rent
$2,161/mo
Population
70,562
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
80.5%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Catherine Bell EL
What grades does Catherine Bell EL serve?
Catherine Bell EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Catherine Bell EL?
Catherine Bell EL has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Catherine Bell EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Catherine Bell EL is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Catherine Bell EL rank in TX?
Catherine Bell EL ranks #6,102 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Catherine Bell EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Catherine Bell EL 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 Catherine Bell EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Catherine Bell EL has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Catherine Bell EL a charter school?
No, Catherine Bell EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Catherine Bell EL a Title I school?
No, Catherine Bell EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Catherine Bell EL?
58.4% of students at Catherine Bell EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 616
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Denton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.2%
- Phone
- (972) 347-7200
Resources & Links
District
DENTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 32,866
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,484
- District Rank
- #26 of 43
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