Below Average
#1628 of 1,786 schools in TN
Belle Forest Community School
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
3135 Ridgeway, Memphis, TN 38115
Enrollment
1,035
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,035
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,628 of 1,786
In Memphis
#150 of 199
public schools
In district
#155 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Belle Forest Community School
Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Belle Forest Community School
Belle Forest Community School is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Belle Forest Community School serves approximately 1,035 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Belle Forest Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,628 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Belle Forest Community School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Belle Forest Community School 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
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Belle Forest Community School — Students at Belle Forest Community School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 23 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.6/10.
How Belle Forest Community School Compares
See how Belle Forest Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3135 Ridgeway, Memphis, TN 38115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belle Forest Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winridge Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SENSATIONAL ENLIGHTMENT Memphis | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Ridgeway Early Learning Center Memphis | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Winridge Elementary Memphis | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Ridgeway Middle Memphis | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Hickory Ridge Middle Memphis | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Hickory Ridge Elementary Memphis | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Fox Meadows Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Newberry Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| EMMANUEL UNITED METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Memphis | 1.6 mi | — |
| Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus Memphis | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Ridgeway High Memphis | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Journey East Academy Memphis | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Power Center Academy Elementary School Memphis | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Power Center Academy Middle Memphis | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Power Center Academy High School Memphis | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Kirby High Memphis | 1.9 mi | 2.8 |
| HUTCHISON SCHOOL Memphis | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Kirby Middle School Memphis | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Bluff City High School Memphis | 2.1 mi | 2.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,931
Median Home Value
$129,700
Median Rent
$1,129/mo
Population
36,878
College Educated
14.3%
Homeownership
23%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
29.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benny C. Bills Elementary School Gallatin, TN | 4.0 |
| Cordova Elementary Cordova, TN | 4.0 |
| LaVergne Lake Elementary School Lavergne, TN | 4.0 |
| Macon-Hall Elementary Cordova, TN | 4.0 |
| Roy L Waldron Elementary Lavergne, TN | 4.0 |
| Arlington Elementary School Jackson, TN | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belle Forest Community School
What grades does Belle Forest Community School serve?
Belle Forest Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Belle Forest Community School?
Belle Forest Community School has an enrollment of approximately 1,035 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belle Forest Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Belle Forest Community School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belle Forest Community School rank in TN?
Belle Forest Community School ranks #1,628 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Belle Forest Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Belle Forest Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Belle Forest Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belle Forest Community School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Belle Forest Community School a charter school?
No, Belle Forest Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belle Forest Community School a Title I school?
No, Belle Forest Community School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,035
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (901) 416-7200
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #155 of 202
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