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Bel Aire Elementary

Elementary School · Tullahoma

504 Stone Blvd, Tullahoma, TN 37388

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,365 of 1,786

In Tullahoma

#9 of 10

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

Tullahoma

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Bel Aire Elementary

5.2/10

Elementary School in Tullahoma · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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4.5/10

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About Bel Aire Elementary

Bel Aire Elementary is a public elementary school in Tullahoma, TN, part of Tullahoma. Bel Aire Elementary serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bel Aire Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,365 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Bel Aire Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Bel Aire Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,004
Chronic Absenteeism35.3%

Bel Aire Elementary — Students at Bel Aire Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
20.5%
ELA
30.3%
2025
Math
29.4%
ELA
40.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Bel Aire Elementary Compares

See how Bel Aire Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
24th percentile in TN
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.3%

Location

504 Stone Blvd, Tullahoma, TN 37388

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bel Aire Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hickerson Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 5.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Broadview Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Winchester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westwood Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tullahoma, see our Tullahoma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Jack T Farrar Elementary Tullahoma 0.8 mi 6.9
Tullahoma High School Tullahoma 0.9 mi 4.5
West Middle School Tullahoma 1.2 mi 5.9
Tullahoma Virtual Academy Tullahoma 1.2 mi 5.3
Robert E Lee Elementary Tullahoma 1.6 mi 6.8
East Lincoln Elementary Tullahoma 1.6 mi 6.8
East Middle School Tullahoma 1.8 mi 6.3
TULLAHOMA SDA SCHOOL Tullahoma 2.7 mi
North Lake Elementary Tullahoma 4.3 mi 6.0
Hickerson Elementary Tullahoma 5.8 mi 8.1
Rock Creek Elementary Estill Springs 7.7 mi 4.9
Moore County High School Lynchburg 8.5 mi 6.2
Coffee County Central High School Manchester 9.7 mi 5.4
Lynchburg Elementary Lynchburg 9.5 mi 6.5
Westwood Middle School Manchester 10.8 mi 6.9
Westwood Elementary Manchester 10.8 mi 7.9
Broadview Elementary Winchester 12.1 mi 8.0
North Middle School Winchester 11.8 mi 3.9
TEMPLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manchester 11.8 mi 6.3
College Street Elementary Manchester 11.7 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37388 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,892

Median Home Value

$230,900

Median Rent

$856/mo

Population

27,340

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

68.4%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bel Aire Elementary

What grades does Bel Aire Elementary serve?

Bel Aire Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bel Aire Elementary?

Bel Aire Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bel Aire Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bel Aire Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bel Aire Elementary rank in TN?

Bel Aire Elementary ranks #1,365 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Bel Aire Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bel Aire Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bel Aire Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bel Aire Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bel Aire Elementary a charter school?

No, Bel Aire Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bel Aire Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bel Aire Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Coffee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.3%

District

Tullahoma
District Enrollment
3,649
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,004
District Rank
#7 of 8

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