Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Neely's Bend Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Neely's Bend Elementary serves the northeast part of Nashville, TN, covering an approximate area of 8.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Neely's Bend Elementary School's student population of 491 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Neely's Bend Elementary 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 Neely's Bend Elementary School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1451 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neely's Bend Elementary School's ranking?
Neely's Bend Elementary School is ranked #1451 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Neely's Bend Elementary School?
491 students attend Neely's Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Neely's Bend Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Neely's Bend Elementary School offer ?
Neely's Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neely's Bend Elementary School part of?
Neely's Bend Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Neely's Bend Elementary School located?
Neely's Bend Elementary School is located in the Neelys Bend neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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