Serving 693 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 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Bon Lin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
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Bon Lin Middle School's student population of 693 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Education for Every Student
Average Class Size
25 students
Bon Lin Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bon Lin Middle School is 0.67, 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
#360 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
37%
21%
White
43%
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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Bon Lin Middle School's ranking?
Bon Lin Middle School is ranked #360 out of 1,728 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Bon Lin Middle School?
693 students attend Bon Lin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bon Lin Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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