Serving 1,090 students in grades 6-8, Bell Mountain Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,090 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Mountain Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bell Mountain Middle School's student population of 1,090 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,090 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bell Mountain Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Mountain Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3685 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Bell Mountain Middle School is ranked #3685 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bell Mountain Middle School often compared to?
Bell Mountain Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Menifee Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bell Mountain Middle School?
1,090 students attend Bell Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Bell Mountain Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell Mountain Middle School?
Bell Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bell Mountain Middle School offer ?
Bell Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bell Mountain Middle School part of?
Bell Mountain Middle School is part of Menifee Union School District.
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