Below Average
#1559 of 1,786 schools in TN
Bellshire Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
1128 Bell Grimes LN, Nashville, TN 37207
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,559 of 1,786
In Nashville
#92 of 118
public schools
In district
#120 of 154
Davidson County
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Bellshire Elementary
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About Bellshire Elementary
Bellshire Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Bellshire Elementary serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bellshire Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,559 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Bellshire Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Bellshire 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
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Bellshire Elementary — Students at Bellshire Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 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: 4.5/10.
How Bellshire Elementary Compares
See how Bellshire Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1128 Bell Grimes LN, Nashville, TN 37207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bellshire Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Nashville College Prep Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gateway Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hunters Lane High Nashville | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Chadwell Elementary Madison | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| JONATHAN EDWARDS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Whites Creek | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| JONATHAN EDWARDS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Whites Creek | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| GOODPASTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| RePublic High School Nashville | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Old Center Elementary Goodlettsville | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| THE EDISON SCHOOL Madison | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| THE EDISON SCHOOL Madison | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Maplewood High Nashville | 2.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Stratton Elementary Madison | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Madison Middle Madison | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Madison | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Jere Baxter Middle Nashville | 3.6 mi | 3.8 |
| KIPP Nashville College Prep Nashville | 3.2 mi | 4.0 |
| KIPP Nashville College Prep Elementary Nashville | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Brick Church: A LEAD Public School Nashville | 3.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Gateway Elementary Madison | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Rocketship Nashville Northeast Elementary Nashville | 3.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Whites Creek High Whites Creek | 3.2 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,102
Median Home Value
$332,500
Median Rent
$1,200/mo
Population
39,450
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Decherd Elementary Decherd, TN | 4.4 |
| E.E. Jeter Elementary/Middle Millington, TN | 4.4 |
| Fall Branch Elementary Fall Branch, TN | 4.4 |
| Goodlettsville Elementary Goodlettsville, TN | 4.4 |
| Isaac Lane Technology Magnet Elementary Jackson, TN | 4.4 |
| Mountain City Elementary Mountain City, TN | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bellshire Elementary
What grades does Bellshire Elementary serve?
Bellshire Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bellshire Elementary?
Bellshire Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bellshire Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bellshire Elementary is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bellshire Elementary rank in TN?
Bellshire Elementary ranks #1,559 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Bellshire Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bellshire Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Bellshire Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bellshire Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bellshire Elementary a charter school?
No, Bellshire Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bellshire Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bellshire Elementary 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
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (615) 860-1452
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #120 of 154
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