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Bolivar Elementary

Elementary School · Hardeman County Schools

445 Nuckolls RD, Bolivar, TN 38008

Enrollment

705

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,287 of 1,786

In Bolivar

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

Hardeman County Schools

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Bolivar Elementary

5.4/10

Elementary School in Bolivar · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Central High School

5.7/10

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5.2/10

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About Bolivar Elementary

Bolivar Elementary is a public elementary school in Bolivar, TN, part of Hardeman County Schools. Bolivar Elementary serves approximately 705 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bolivar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,287 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Bolivar Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.5 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,701
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Bolivar Elementary — Students at Bolivar Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 26.5% (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
26%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
36%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
20.7%
ELA
21.5%
2025
Math
23.8%
ELA
22.3%

* 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 Bolivar Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
28th percentile in TN
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

445 Nuckolls RD, Bolivar, TN 38008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bolivar Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grand Junction Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 18.5 miles away, in nearby Grand Junction), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHALYBEATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 24.0 miles away, in nearby Walnut), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Pinson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bolivar, see our Bolivar schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Central High School Bolivar 0.2 mi 5.7
Bolivar Middle School Bolivar 0.7 mi 5.2
Toone Elementary Toone 7.0 mi 6.8
Whiteville Elementary Whiteville 9.0 mi 5.8
A.S.B. EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE Whitsville 9.7 mi
Hornsby Elementary Hornsby 9.9 mi 5.9
Middleton Elementary Middleton 14.4 mi 5.4
Middleton High School Middleton 15.0 mi 6.1
Grand Junction Elementary Grand Junction 18.5 mi 7.8
Denmark Elementary Denmark 20.1 mi 4.6
FAMILY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Denmark 22.3 mi 7.5
WALNUT ATTENDANCE CENTER Walnut 22.5 mi 7.7
Buckley-Carpenter Elementary School Somerville 19.6 mi 6.1
GEORGE THOMAS JR ACADEMY Pinson 21.9 mi
GEORGE THOMAS JR ACADEMY AT EDEN Pinson 22.1 mi
CHALYBEATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut 24.0 mi 7.6
South Elementary Pinson 22.2 mi 7.0
South Side High School Jackson 23.7 mi 5.1
West-Bemis Middle School Jackson 24.0 mi 5.9
Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center Somerville 20.6 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,827

Median Home Value

$123,700

Median Rent

$841/mo

Population

9,351

College Educated

12.9%

Homeownership

66.5%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

39.8

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LaFollette Elementary School Lafollette, TN 5.4
Stratton Elementary Madison, TN 5.4
Charger Academy Covington, TN 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bolivar Elementary

What grades does Bolivar Elementary serve?

Bolivar Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bolivar Elementary?

Bolivar Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 705 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bolivar Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bolivar Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bolivar Elementary rank in TN?

Bolivar Elementary ranks #1,287 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Bolivar Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bolivar Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Bolivar Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bolivar Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bolivar Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Bolivar Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bolivar Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
705
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Hardeman County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

District

Hardeman County Schools
District Enrollment
3,207
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,701
District Rank
#7 of 9

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