7.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Bells, Tennessee

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.7/10
Median household income: $61,250
Median home value: $161,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 17%
Avg commute: 20 min
Owner-occupied homes: 68%

How Bells compares

Median household income

$61k

94% of Tennessee median

About Schools in Bells, Tennessee

Bells, Tennessee is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Bells perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Bells is Bells Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Bells is served by 1 school district: Bells. These districts collectively serve 411 students.

Bells's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,250. The poverty rate in the area is 14.0%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Bells Elementary 411 students · Pre-K–5th	411	Pre-K–5th	7.7

Schools in Bells

Bells, Tennessee · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$61,250

Median Home Value

$161,300

Median Rent

$893/mo

Population

5,375

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

68%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

14.0%

Community Profile

Bells has a median household income of $61,250. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,300, with a median rent of $893/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.0%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Tennessee
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.7/10

Resources

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School District

Bells

1 school · 411 students

Nearby Cities

Maury City (2 schools)

Brownsville (7 schools)

13 mi

Friendship (1 school)

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Bells, Tennessee

How many schools are in Bells, Tennessee?

Bells has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Bells, Tennessee?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bells is 7.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Bells, Tennessee?

The top-ranked school in Bells on MySchoolScout is Bells Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Bells, Tennessee?

The top-ranked elementary school in Bells on MySchoolScout is Bells Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.

How many school districts serve Bells, Tennessee?

Bells is served by 1 school district: Bells.

What is the education level in Bells, Tennessee?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Bells have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Bells, Tennessee?

The median household income in Bells is approximately $61,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Bells, Tennessee?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bells is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bells, Tennessee?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.