Serving 708 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 69% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (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 708 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
708 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
46 teachers
School Rankings
Bon Lin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bon Lin Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#135 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
21%
20%
White
52%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bon Lin Elementary School's ranking?
Bon Lin Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 1,728 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
708 students attend Bon Lin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bon Lin Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
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
2 10/10/2025
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.
5 10/10/2025
Great school
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