Needs Improvement
#968 of 1,015 schools in UT
T.h. Bell JR High
Middle School · Weber District
165 W 5100 S, Ogden, UT 84405
Enrollment
644
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
644
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
7th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#968 of 1,015
In Ogden
#46 of 49
public schools
In district
#44 of 47
Weber District
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T.h. Bell JR High
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About T.h. Bell JR High
T.h. Bell JR High is a public middle school in Ogden, UT, part of Weber District. T.h.
Bell JR High serves approximately 644 students, and covers grades 7th-9th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. T.h. Bell JR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #968 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for T.h. Bell JR High show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- UT avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at T.h. Bell JR High 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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T.h. Bell JR High — Students at T.h. Bell JR High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from UT 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: 2.1/10.
How T.h. Bell JR High Compares
See how T.h. Bell JR High 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
165 W 5100 S, Ogden, UT 84405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering T.h. Bell JR High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. No. UT. Acad. of Math Engineering & Science Ogden (rated 9.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burch Creek School (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shadow Valley School (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ogden, see our Ogden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt School Ogden | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Bonneville High Ogden | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW DISCOVERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ogden | 0.6 mi | — |
| Washington Terrace School Ogden | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| H Guy Child School Ogden | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| South Ogden Jr High Ogden | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Burch Creek School Ogden | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Utah Military Academy Riverdale | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| WASATCH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Ogden | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Good Foundations Academy Riverdale | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Riverdale School Ogden | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Odyssey School Ogden | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| BEREAN BAPTIST ACADEMY Ogden | 2.1 mi | — |
| PROVIDENCE MONTESSORI South Ogden | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Shadow Valley School Ogden | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Liberty Elementary School Ogden | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| George Washington High Ogden | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| CHILDRENS CLASSIC #2 South Ogden | 2.5 mi | — |
| No. UT. Acad. of Math Engineering & Science Ogden Ogden | 2.6 mi | 9.6 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ogden | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,488
Median Home Value
$386,500
Median Rent
$1,266/mo
Population
34,931
College Educated
30.6%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
32.3
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|---|---|
| Tonaquint Intermediate St. George, UT | 3.6 |
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| John F. Kennedy Jr High West Valley City, UT | 3.7 |
| Orem Jr High Orem, UT | 3.8 |
| Sand Ridge Jr High Roy, UT | 3.3 |
| Hunter Jr High West Valley City, UT | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about T.h. Bell JR High
What grades does T.h. Bell JR High serve?
T.h. Bell JR High serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend T.h. Bell JR High?
T.h. Bell JR High has an enrollment of approximately 644 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at T.h. Bell JR High?
The student-teacher ratio at T.h. Bell JR High is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does T.h. Bell JR High rank in UT?
T.h. Bell JR High ranks #968 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is T.h. Bell JR High's MySchoolScout rating?
T.h. Bell JR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 T.h. Bell JR High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, T.h. Bell JR High has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is T.h. Bell JR High a charter school?
No, T.h. Bell JR High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is T.h. Bell JR High a Title I school?
No, T.h. Bell JR High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for T.h. Bell JR High?
53.9% of students at T.h. Bell JR High 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
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 644
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Weber County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.2%
- Phone
- (801) 452-4600
Resources & Links
District
Weber District- District Enrollment
- 32,443
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,770
- District Rank
- #44 of 47
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