Serving 441 students in grades 5-8, Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School's student population of 441 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1126 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
11%
Hispanic
25%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
53%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bellmawr Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School is ranked #1126 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School?
441 students attend Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School?
Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School offer ?
Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School part of?
Bell Oaks Upper Elementary School is part of Bellmawr Public School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Outstanding school! People move back to Bellmawr just for the schools. Area's of improvement; more money should be spent on the Arts. All people seem to care about is sports and academics, not that they too aren't important but the town and schools have an abundance of talented and creative individuals that could flourish. in order to educate well rounded students we must give them the best.
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