Serving 726 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kate Bond 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 19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 89% 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-5
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kate Bond Elementary School serves the eastern part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kate Bond Elementary School's student population of 726 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
726 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kate Bond 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 Kate Bond Elementary School is 0.61, which is less 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
#1241 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kate Bond Elementary School's ranking?
Kate Bond Elementary School is ranked #1241 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Kate Bond Elementary School?
726 students attend Kate Bond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Kate Bond Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Kate Bond Elementary School offer ?
Kate Bond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kate Bond Elementary School part of?
Kate Bond Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Kate Bond Elementary School located?
Kate Bond Elementary School is located in the Wolfchase neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Wolfchase.
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