Serving 787 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kate Bond Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kate Bond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kate Bond Elementary School's student population of 787 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kate Bond Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kate Bond Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1241 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
42%
15%
Black
44%
21%
White
11%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
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 Kate Bond Elementary School's ranking?
Kate Bond Elementary School is ranked #1241 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Kate Bond Elementary School?
787 students attend Kate Bond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Kate Bond Elementary School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kate Bond Elementary School?
Kate Bond Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kate Bond Elementary School offer ?
Kate Bond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kate Bond Elementary School part of?
Kate Bond Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Kate Bond Elementary School located?
Kate Bond Elementary School is located in the Wolfchase neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Wolfchase.
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