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#153 of 284 private schools in TN
Montgomery Bell Academy
High School
4001 HARDING PIKE, Nashville, TN 37205
Enrollment
822
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
822
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#153 of 284
In Nashville
#27 of 39
public schools
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About Montgomery Bell Academy
Montgomery Bell Academy is a private high school in Nashville, TN. Montgomery Bell Academy serves approximately 822 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Montgomery Bell Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #153 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- TN avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Montgomery Bell Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montgomery Bell Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Montgomery Bell Academy compares to 66 public schools serving similar grades in Nashville, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montgomery Bell Academy (this school) | 6.3 |
| West End Middle | 7.0 |
| Early College High School | 7.7 |
| Nashville Big Picture High School | 6.7 |
| MNPS Virtual School | 6.8 |
| Harris-Hillman Special Education | 4.3 |
| H. G. Hill Middle | 5.0 |
| The Academy at Old Cockrill | 7.6 |
| W. A. Bass Adult Program | — |
| W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center | 5.9 |
| Transitions at Bass | — |
| Hillsboro High | 5.1 |
| Moses McKissack Middle | 3.3 |
| Nashville Prep | 1.6 |
| Pearl-Cohn High | 4.1 |
| Head Middle | 7.3 |
| John Trotwood Moore Middle | 7.3 |
| Martin Luther King Jr School | 8.4 |
| Rose Park Middle | 6.7 |
| Hume - Fogg High | 8.0 |
| Johnson Alternative Learning Center | 5.8 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4001 HARDING PIKE, Nashville, TN 37205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montgomery Bell Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST CECILIA ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Early College High School (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Academy at Old Cockrill (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-LOWER/MIDDLE CAMPUS Nashville | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ST CECILIA ACADEMY Nashville | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| OVERBROOK SCHOOL Nashville | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| West End Middle Nashville | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Sylvan Park Elementary Nashville | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Early College High School Nashville | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| MNPS Virtual School Nashville | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Nashville Big Picture High School Nashville | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Nashville | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ST ANN SCHOOL Nashville | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Julia Green Elementary Nashville | 1.8 mi | 9.8 |
| The Academy at Old Cockrill Nashville | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Cockrill Elementary Nashville | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| HARPETH HALL SCHOOL Nashville | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| W. A. Bass Adult Program Nashville | 1.9 mi | — |
| W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center Nashville | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Transitions at Bass Nashville | 1.9 mi | — |
| LINDEN WALDORF SCHOOL Nashville | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,068
Median Home Value
$890,000
Median Rent
$1,819/mo
Population
24,557
College Educated
76.5%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
48.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| East Robertson High School Cross Plains, TN | 6.3 |
| Gordonsville High School Gordonsville, TN | 6.3 |
| McNairy Central High School Selmer, TN | 6.3 |
| Westmoreland High School Westmoreland, TN | 6.3 |
| Central High School Englewood, TN | 6.2 |
| Sweetwater High School Sweetwater, TN | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montgomery Bell Academy
What grades does Montgomery Bell Academy serve?
Montgomery Bell Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Montgomery Bell Academy?
Montgomery Bell Academy has an enrollment of approximately 822 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Bell Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Montgomery Bell Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montgomery Bell Academy rank in TN?
Montgomery Bell Academy ranks #153 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Montgomery Bell Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Montgomery Bell Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montgomery Bell Academy a private school?
Yes, Montgomery Bell Academy is a private all-boys school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Montgomery Bell Academy a religious school?
No, Montgomery Bell Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 822
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 108
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Phone
- (615) 298-5514
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