Serving 525 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Waverly-belmont Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waverly-belmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Waverly-belmont Elementary School's student population of 525 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
33 teachers
School Rankings
Waverly-belmont Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly-belmont Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#189 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
35%
20%
White
48%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waverly-belmont Elementary School's ranking?
Waverly-belmont Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Waverly-belmont Elementary School often compared to?
Waverly-belmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eakin Elementary School, Sylvan Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Waverly-belmont Elementary School?
525 students attend Waverly-belmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Waverly-belmont Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Waverly-belmont Elementary School offer ?
Waverly-belmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waverly-belmont Elementary School part of?
Waverly-belmont Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Waverly-belmont Elementary School located?
Waverly-belmont Elementary School is located in the 12 South neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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