Serving 750 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bon Lin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bon Lin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bon Lin Elementary School's student population of 750 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Bon Lin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bon Lin Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#145 out of 1761 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
23%
21%
White
52%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bon Lin Elementary School's ranking?
Bon Lin Elementary School is ranked #145 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bon Lin Elementary School often compared to?
Bon Lin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bartlett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Bon Lin Elementary School?
750 students attend Bon Lin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bon Lin Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bon Lin Elementary School?
Bon Lin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bon Lin Elementary School offer ?
Bon Lin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bon Lin Elementary School part of?
Bon Lin Elementary School is part of Bartlett School District.
In what neighborhood is Bon Lin Elementary School located?
Bon Lin Elementary School is located in the Burlington neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 4 other public schools located in Burlington.
School Reviews
5 3/16/2020
This school is the best school ever multiple events happen there every month to get us involved. We have the best teachers to challenge us and improve our knowledge. We have the most supportive staff to help you when going through tough times.
5 8/2/2019
Bon Lin is an amazing school. My kids are both there. I am a secondary teacher but I do know that at any age, you must be engaged and communicate with the teachers. One child does have gifted abilities and must be challenged or there will be behavior problems. He had a tough first year but is thriving now because of the administration and staff. The teachers I have encountered go above and beyond what is expected for my children and love my children. No one has ever complained or said anything negative to me and I messaged one teacher almost daily. Mr. McClellan is now the principal and he has impressed me overall. He and his administrative staff want what is best for my children academically and socially. There is no place I''d rather B (the Bartlett City Schools tag line). In this case the B is for Bon Lin.
5 10/14/2017
Great school
2 4/9/2015
I have had three children pass through this school and I would recommend parents try to send your children elsewhere. On a district wide level Special Ed for exceptional and special needs children is almost non-existent, definitely not a priority. At a school level the principal is just plain incompetent. Her definitive comment to me was exactly "If you don't like it then send your child to another school." What could be more helpful? Ridiculous procedures for normal kids.
One of the worst things is the vast amounts of time my children spent doing coloring sheets or watching movies. These are the main activities of choice whenever there is a partial week of school or any down time. I would estimate about 10 % of the school year the kids have non-teaching time.
Beyond the severe lack of administrative common sensibility (case in point Parent's tutoring special needs children, volunteers working while paid employees sit around chatting for hours, etc) is the damage to the kids when subjected to a year of sub standard teachers. Two of my children, both of whom are gifted, spent two years at the Middle school trying catch up in Math class. Both had the same 5th grade Math teacher that taught very little actual Math.
Do not volunteer at this school, you work so that others can stand around.
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