Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Belle Morris 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 10-14% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Morris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Belle Morris Elementary School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
32 teachers
School Rankings
Belle Morris 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 Belle Morris Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1505 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Hispanic
37%
16%
Black
21%
20%
White
31%
57%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Morris Elementary School's ranking?
Belle Morris Elementary School is ranked #1505 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?
10-14% 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 Belle Morris Elementary School?
426 students attend Belle Morris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Belle Morris Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Belle Morris Elementary School offer ?
Belle Morris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belle Morris Elementary School part of?
Belle Morris Elementary School is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Belle Morris Elementary School located?
Belle Morris Elementary School is located in the Belle Morris neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
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