Serving 438 students in grades 6-8, Bellevue Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellevue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bellevue Middle School's student population of 438 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Rankings
Bellevue Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellevue Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1149 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
27%
20%
White
45%
57%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellevue Middle School's ranking?
Bellevue Middle School is ranked #1149 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bellevue Middle School often compared to?
Bellevue Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H. G. Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Bellevue Middle School?
438 students attend Bellevue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Bellevue Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What grades does Bellevue Middle School offer ?
Bellevue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bellevue Middle School part of?
Bellevue Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bellevue Middle School located?
Bellevue Middle School is located in the Bellevue neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Bellevue.
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