School Overview
Bellshire Elementary, located on Bell Grimes Lane in Nashville, Tennessee, is a designated "Design Center" school within the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. As a Design Center, the school emphasizes an innovative curriculum that integrates specialized academic focuses, such as science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM), to provide students with a well-rounded and hands-on learning experience. The school is committed to fostering an environment where students are encouraged to think critically, solve real-world problems, and develop the creative skills necessary for success in a rapidly changing educational landscape.

Beyond its academic focus, Bellshire Elementary serves as a central pillar for the local community, emphasizing the importance of strong teacher-student-family partnerships. The school prioritizes a supportive culture that values inclusivity, social-emotional growth, and high academic expectations. By utilizing the resources and unique programming afforded to them as a Design Center, Bellshire strives to provide equitable opportunities for all students, ensuring they are prepared for the transition to middle school and beyond.
346
Total Students
28.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bellshire Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White14
Hispanic60
Black254
Asian3
Two or More14
American Indian1
  • Black
    254 (73.4%)
  • Hispanic
    60 (17.3%)
  • White
    14 (4.0%)
  • Two or More
    14 (4.0%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Davidson County
Phone: (615)860-1452
Website: http://schools.mnps.org/bellshire-design-center
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 346
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 32
Kindergarten 59
Grade 1 59
Grade 2 57
Grade 3 54
Grade 4 45
Grade 5 40

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bellshire Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten32
Kindergarten59
Grade 159
Grade 257
Grade 354
Grade 445
Grade 540
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bellshire Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16748.3%
Male17951.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)