Serving 2,863 students in grades 9-12, Bartlett High School ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,863 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bartlett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Bartlett High School's student population of 2,863 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 156 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
156 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bartlett High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bartlett High School is 0.65, 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
#548 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
31%
21%
White
50%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
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 Bartlett High School's ranking?
Bartlett High School is ranked #548 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bartlett High School often compared to?
Bartlett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bartlett High School?
The graduation rate of Bartlett High School is 97%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bartlett High School?
2,863 students attend Bartlett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bartlett High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bartlett High School?
Bartlett High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bartlett High School offer ?
Bartlett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bartlett High School part of?
Bartlett High School is part of Bartlett School District.
In what neighborhood is Bartlett High School located?
Bartlett High School is located in the Historic Bartlett neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
School Reviews
5 10/25/2021
Bartlett High is the first school that my grandson has felt safe! He loves his classes, is completing his work, and is getting good grades. He comes home everyday telling us about his day. He is making friends and isn''t being bullied. I''m so thankful.
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