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#7 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 1% in state

Waverly-belmont Elementary School

Elementary School · Davidson County

2301 10th Ave South, Nashville, TN 37204

Enrollment

528

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

9.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#7 of 1,786

In Nashville

#3 of 118

public schools

In district

#3 of 154

Davidson County

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Waverly-belmont Elementary School

9.6/10

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

Sylvan Park Elementary

9.1/10

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9.1/10

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About Waverly-belmont Elementary School

Waverly-belmont Elementary School is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Waverly-belmont Elementary School serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Waverly-belmont Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Waverly-belmont Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it compares3.0 pts above district
  • This school 9.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change+2.54 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+20.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.5 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+27.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism15.3%

Waverly-belmont Elementary School — Students at Waverly-belmont Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.4% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.2% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 17 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
44.8%
ELA
54.2%
2025
Math
60.1%
ELA
63.3%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Waverly-belmont Elementary School Compares

See how Waverly-belmont Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.6/10
100th percentile in TN
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.3%

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

2301 10th Ave South, Nashville, TN 37204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waverly-belmont Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glendale Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Eakin Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST BERNARD ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
GROW ACADEMY Nashville 0.5 mi
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Nashville 0.8 mi 6.0
HERMITAGE HALL Nashville 1.1 mi 6.1
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF NASHVILLE Nashville 1.1 mi
Carter-Lawrence Elementary Nashville 1.2 mi 7.1
Rose Park Middle Nashville 1.2 mi 6.7
ST BERNARD ACADEMY Nashville 1.1 mi 7.4
UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 1.4 mi 7.0
Fall-Hamilton Elementary Nashville 1.3 mi 5.8
Eakin Elementary Nashville 1.3 mi 8.5
Harris-Hillman Special Education Nashville 1.4 mi 4.3
LINDEN WALDORF SCHOOL Nashville 1.4 mi 7.0
Johnson Alternative Learning Center Nashville 1.8 mi 5.8
Glendale Elementary Nashville 2.1 mi 9.4
LEAD Cameron Nashville 2.0 mi 5.5
Lead Academy Nashville 2.0 mi 6.3
TEMPLETON ACADEMY Nashville 2.1 mi 8.0
Hillsboro High Nashville 2.0 mi 5.1
Hume - Fogg High Nashville 2.3 mi 8.0
Casa Azafran Early Learning Center Nashville 1.9 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,341

Median Home Value

$832,000

Median Rent

$1,703/mo

Population

17,004

College Educated

77.1%

Homeownership

54.1%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

30.3

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College Grove Elementary College Grove, TN 9.4
Glendale Elementary Nashville, TN 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waverly-belmont Elementary School

What grades does Waverly-belmont Elementary School serve?

Waverly-belmont Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Waverly-belmont Elementary School?

Waverly-belmont Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waverly-belmont Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Waverly-belmont Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Waverly-belmont Elementary School rank in TN?

Waverly-belmont Elementary School ranks #7 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Waverly-belmont Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Waverly-belmont Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Waverly-belmont Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Waverly-belmont Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Waverly-belmont Elementary School a charter school?

No, Waverly-belmont Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Waverly-belmont Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Waverly-belmont Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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How does Waverly-belmont Elementary School stack up?

Sylvan Park Elementary
9.1
Rosebank Elementary
9.1
John B. Whitsitt Elementary
9.1
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.3%

District

Davidson County
District Enrollment
80,468
Schools in District
162
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,808
District Rank
#3 of 154

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