Bolton High

schools.scsk12.org/bolton-hs

710 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

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.

710

Total Students

41.6

Full-Time Teachers

17.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bolton High
Demographic	Student Count
White	46
Hispanic	63
Black	570
Asian	2
Two or More	28
American Indian	1

Black
570 (80.3 %)
Hispanic
63 (8.9 %)
White
46 (6.5 %)
Two or More
28 (3.9 %)
Asian
2 (0.3 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Phone:	(901)416-1435
Website:	http://schools.scsk12.org/bolton-hs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	710
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	41.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 205

Grade 10 172

Grade 11 162

Grade 12 171