Serving 732 students in grades 6-8, Bon Lin Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bon Lin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bon Lin Middle School's student population of 732 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bon Lin Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bon Lin Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#377 out of 1721 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
38%
21%
White
45%
60%
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 Bon Lin Middle School's ranking?
Bon Lin Middle School is ranked #377 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bon Lin Middle School often compared to?
Bon Lin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Appling Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Bon Lin Middle School?
732 students attend Bon Lin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Bon Lin Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bon Lin Middle School?
Bon Lin Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bon Lin Middle School offer ?
Bon Lin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bon Lin Middle School part of?
Bon Lin Middle School is part of Bartlett School District.
In what neighborhood is Bon Lin Middle School located?
Bon Lin Middle School is located in the Burlington neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 4 other public schools located in Burlington.
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