BOLTON HIGH SCHOOL
Bolton High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools school district, located in Arlington, TN with about 1,050 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 65 teachers, Bolton High has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Bolton High School, located in Arlington, Tennessee, is a comprehensive public secondary school operating under the Shelby County Schools district. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for its commitment to academic development, college readiness, and career-focused pathways. It provides a structured learning environment that balances rigorous core curriculum requirements with a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, performing arts, and student-led clubs, all aimed at fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Bolton High emphasizes community involvement and personal growth. The school utilizes its facilities and resources to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether through university enrollment, vocational training, or direct workforce entry. By maintaining partnerships with local organizations and encouraging student engagement, the school seeks to cultivate a supportive culture that values both individual achievement and school spirit, helping students navigate the challenges of high school while planning for their future goals.
For more information, contact Bolton High at (901) 873-8150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Arlington, TN 38002-9605
(901) 873-8150
BOLTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Arlington, TN with about 1,050 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Memphis-Shelby County Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,050
- Teachers:
- 65.9
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,050 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending BOLTON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 75% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 75.3%
- White
- 11.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.9%
- Two or more races
- 4.1%
- Asian
- 1.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 51.2%
- Male
- 48.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.