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#556 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 31% in state

Bartlett High School

High School · Bartlett

5688 Woodlawn AVE, Bartlett, TN 38134

Enrollment

2,863

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#556 of 1,786

In Bartlett

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

Bartlett

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Bartlett High School

Bartlett High School is a public high school in Bartlett, TN, part of Bartlett. Bartlett High School serves approximately 2,863 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bartlett High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #556 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Bartlett High School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

What's said publicly about Bartlett High School

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Bartlett High School is located in Bartlett, Tennessee, and is part of the Bartlett City Schools system, having formerly been operated by Shelby County Schools 2 . The school operates with two campuses: a main campus and a Ninth Grade Academy situated at the former Shadowlawn Middle School campus on Shadowlawn Rd 2 . Shannon Abraham serves as the principal for the 2024–2025 academic year 1 . Recent academic recognitions include graduate Blake Robinson receiving a Goldwater Scholarship, and students Bishop, Boyd, and Zheng being named 2025 National Merit Finalists 1 . The school also highlights a Faculty of the Year award and Lady Panthers Signing Day events from November 2025 1 .
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  1. bhs.bartlettschools.org
  2. en.wikipedia.org
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How it compares1.6 pts above TN schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Bartlett High School is a large school: 2,863 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+0.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.2 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation17.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,266
Chronic Absenteeism15.7%

Bartlett High School — Students at Bartlett High School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.9% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 20 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
15%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
45%
2025
Math
39.5%
ELA
56%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Bartlett High School Compares

See how Bartlett High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in TN
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
7
3 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
156 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
17.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics7sports offered
3 boys'·4 girls'·21 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5688 Woodlawn AVE, Bartlett, TN 38134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bartlett High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Memphis Rise Academy (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Craigmont High (rated 3.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Memphis), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bartlett, see our Bartlett schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
GREATER MEMPHIS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Memphis 0.9 mi
Raleigh-Bartlett Meadows Elementary Memphis 1.2 mi 3.8
Elmore Park Middle School Bartlett 1.3 mi 5.9
Brownsville Road Elementary Memphis 1.5 mi 7.0
Craigmont High Memphis 1.4 mi 3.7
Beacon College Preparatory Memphis 1.5 mi 5.9
Memphis Rise Academy Memphis 1.6 mi 8.0
Craigmont Middle Memphis 1.5 mi 6.3
Bartlett Elementary School Bartlett 1.9 mi 8.9
PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Memphis 2.2 mi 9.2
Altruria Elementary Bartlett 1.9 mi 6.9
Shelby Oaks Elementary Memphis 2.2 mi 5.6
Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School Memphis 2.1 mi 6.9
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis 2.3 mi 7.9
Oak Elementary Bartlett 2.8 mi 6.3
Journey Coleman School Memphis 2.8 mi 5.4
Ellendale Elementary Bartlett 3.1 mi 7.2
Wells Station Elementary Memphis 3.3 mi 9.3
Rivercrest Elementary Bartlett 3.7 mi 8.2
OLIVIA'S MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Memphis 3.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,172

Median Home Value

$184,400

Median Rent

$1,147/mo

Population

42,500

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

49%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

33.9

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Arlington High Arlington, TN 7.8
Collierville High School Collierville, TN 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bartlett High School

What grades does Bartlett High School serve?

Bartlett High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bartlett High School?

Bartlett High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,863 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bartlett High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bartlett High School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bartlett High School rank in TN?

Bartlett High School ranks #556 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Bartlett High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bartlett High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bartlett High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bartlett High School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

Is Bartlett High School a charter school?

No, Bartlett High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bartlett High School a Title I school?

No, Bartlett High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,863
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
156
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.7%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

Bartlett
District Enrollment
8,999
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,266
District Rank
#4 of 10

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