Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Catherine Bell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas 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 Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catherine Bell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Catherine Bell Elementary School's student population of 560 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Catherine Bell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catherine Bell Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6069 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
15%
54%
Black
53%
13%
White
17%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Denton Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catherine Bell Elementary School's ranking?
Catherine Bell Elementary School is ranked #6069 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Catherine Bell Elementary School?
560 students attend Catherine Bell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Catherine Bell Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catherine Bell Elementary School?
Catherine Bell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Catherine Bell Elementary School offer ?
Catherine Bell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Catherine Bell Elementary School part of?
Catherine Bell Elementary School is part of Denton Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Catherine Bell Elementary School located?
Catherine Bell Elementary School is located in the Paloma Creek neighborhood of Little Elm, TX.
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