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Kate Bond Middle School

Middle School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

2737 Kate Bond RD, Memphis, TN 38133

Enrollment

1,013

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

3.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,674 of 1,786

In Memphis

#164 of 199

public schools

In district

#170 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Kate Bond Middle School

3.7/10

Middle School in Memphis · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Kate Bond Elementary School

6.1/10

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About Kate Bond Middle School

Kate Bond Middle School is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Kate Bond Middle School serves approximately 1,013 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Kate Bond Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,674 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Kate Bond Middle School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Kate Bond Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.9 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-12.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism30.3%

Kate Bond Middle School — Students at Kate Bond Middle School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 16.3% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 21.5% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 24 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
27%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
11%
2022
Math
9.2%
ELA
18.1%
2025
Math
12.1%
ELA
15.9%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Kate Bond Middle School Compares

See how Kate Bond Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
6th percentile in TN
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

2737 Kate Bond RD, Memphis, TN 38133

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kate Bond Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bon Lin Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), which scores notably higher. Another option is Appling Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elmore Park Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Kate Bond Elementary School Bartlett 0.1 mi 6.1
OLIVIA'S MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Memphis 0.5 mi
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cordova 1.5 mi 7.4
SHADY OAKS SCHOOL Cordova 1.6 mi
Appling Middle School Bartlett 1.9 mi 6.0
Oak Elementary Bartlett 2.1 mi 6.3
Bon Lin Middle School Bartlett 2.4 mi 6.8
Bon Lin Elementary School Bartlett 2.5 mi 8.2
Chimneyrock Elementary School Cordova 2.3 mi 4.5
Dexter School Cordova 2.5 mi 3.9
Altruria Elementary Bartlett 2.3 mi 6.9
ARCHON ACADEMY Bartlett 2.3 mi 5.7
Ellendale Elementary Bartlett 2.9 mi 7.2
CADANCE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Cordova 3.2 mi
Elmore Park Middle School Bartlett 2.7 mi 5.9
Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Cordova Cordova 3.2 mi 8.2
Memphis School of Excellence Cordova Cordova 3.2 mi 5.6
EVANGELICAL CHRISTAIN SCHOOL Cordova 3.3 mi 5.7
Riverwood Elementary School Cordova 3.1 mi 6.5
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis 3.0 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,485

Median Home Value

$234,800

Median Rent

$1,449/mo

Population

21,153

College Educated

32.7%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

35.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Whitthorne Middle School Columbia, TN 3.7
Sherwood Middle Memphis, TN 3.8
American Way Middle Memphis, TN 3.6
A. Maceo Walker Middle Memphis, TN 3.9
Apollo Middle Antioch, TN 3.9
Cordova Middle Cordova, TN 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kate Bond Middle School

What grades does Kate Bond Middle School serve?

Kate Bond Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Kate Bond Middle School?

Kate Bond Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,013 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kate Bond Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kate Bond Middle School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kate Bond Middle School rank in TN?

Kate Bond Middle School ranks #1,674 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Kate Bond Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kate Bond Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Kate Bond Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kate Bond Middle School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Kate Bond Middle School a charter school?

No, Kate Bond Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Kate Bond Middle School a Title I school?

No, Kate Bond Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,013
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

District

Memphis-Shelby County Schools
District Enrollment
110,057
Schools in District
222
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,695
District Rank
#170 of 202

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