Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-4, 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (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 481 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waverly-belmont Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly-belmont Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#201 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
36%
21%
White
50%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 #201 out of 1,761 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 Sylvan Park Elementary School, Eakin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
481 students attend Waverly-belmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Waverly-belmont Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waverly-belmont Elementary School?
Waverly-belmont Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Waverly-belmont Elementary School offer ?
Waverly-belmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
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.
School Reviews
5 3/10/2023
Our 4th-grade daughter has had a very positive experience at WB. Overall, she has been challenged (and she is a strong academic performer) and has enjoyed the variety of special programs: music/choir, Spanish (currently not offered in 22-23), art, and wellness. She has also enjoyed after-school clubs: chess, yoga, and especially the Acting Up musical theater group. We have been impressed with the professionalism of the admin and teachers and love the general neighborhood experience (lots of people walking/biking/scootering to the school and kids playing on the grounds after school). The technology aspect has been great too-- large touchscreens for learning, and laptops (which she used to take home with her every day). We originally tried for Glendale and ended up very happy that she attended WB instead.
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