Bell Creek Academy is a U.S. middle and high school in Riverview, Florida. It operates as part of Charter School Associates. The Panther is the school mascot.
Serving 1,131 students in grades 6-12, Bell Creek Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Creek Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Bell Creek Academy's student population of 1,131 students has grown by 149% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 161% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
2013
Colors
White, Black, Grey, Navy Blue, Teal
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bell Creek Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Creek Academy is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#495 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
30%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Football, Soccer, Track and Field, Volley Ball, Wrestling
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
24 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
BCA Youth Group, Bioengineering Club, Chess Club, Film Club, Gaming and Coding Club, High School Drama Club, High School FBLA, Japanese Culture Club, Key Club, Middle School Drama Club, Middle School FBLA, MS SGA, National English Honors Society, Random Acts of Kindness Club, Science National Honor Society, Tri-M, Turkish Culture Club, Video Game Club, Yearbook - Middle School Ambassadors
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama Club, Improv Club, Middle school art club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
BCA Dance Team, Future Sports Professionals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
- Bell Creek Academy is a tuition-free public charter school serving the greater Riverview community for students in Middle and High School.Our personalized approach to educating students inspires them to discover their full potential in an environment that celebrates their individual strengths and promotes a community of learners.
Profile last updated: 02/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Creek Academy's ranking?
Bell Creek Academy is ranked #495 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bell Creek Academy often compared to?
Bell Creek Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Newsome High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bell Creek Academy?
The graduation rate of Bell Creek Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bell Creek Academy?
1,131 students attend Bell Creek Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bell Creek Academy students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell Creek Academy?
Bell Creek Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bell Creek Academy offer ?
Bell Creek Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bell Creek Academy part of?
Bell Creek Academy is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Bell Creek Academy located?
Bell Creek Academy is located in the Boyette neighborhood of Riverview, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Boyette.
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