Summary:
Boyle, Mississippi is served by a single elementary school, Bell Academy, which enrolls 327 students in grades PK through 6 and is part of the Cleveland School District, a district ranked 89th out of 134 in Mississippi. Despite 100% of its students qualifying for free or reduced lunch, Bell Academy consistently outperforms its district across every subject and grade level tested, and often meets or exceeds state averages as well.
In math, Bell Academy is a true standout, particularly at 6th grade where 94.3% of students scored proficient in the most recent year, compared to just 61.0% in the district and 52.7% statewide, following an equally impressive 92.3% the year before. Reading and English language arts results are also strong, with 5th and 6th grade proficiency rates well above both district and state figures. Chronic absenteeism is remarkably low at 6.2%, compared to 22.7% in the district and 23.9% statewide, suggesting that strong attendance supports the school's academic success. One area to watch is 5th grade science, where proficiency dropped from 77.8% to 61.1%, falling below the state average of 71.5% in the most recent year.
Bell Academy's statewide ranking has slipped gradually from the 75th percentile in 2023-24 to the 67th percentile in 2025-26, though it remains in the upper third of all Mississippi elementary schools. Because this is the only school in Boyle, it serves as the educational hub for the entire community, and its strong results in the elementary years, especially in math, position students well for the transition to middle school. For parents, Bell Academy offers a clear picture: a high-poverty school that delivers above-average results through strong attendance and effective instruction, with math as a particular area of excellence.
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