- Ellendale Elementary — 0.6 mi · Grades K–5 · 502 students
- Oak Elementary — 1.3 mi · Grades PK–5 · 711 students
- Appling Middle School — 1.4 mi · Grades 6–8 · 593 students
- Bon Lin Elementary School — 2.0 mi · Grades PK–5 · 708 students
- Bon Lin Middle School — 2.0 mi · Grades 6–8 · 677 students
- Rivercrest Elementary — 2.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 674 students
- Altruria Elementary — 2.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 730 students
- Bartlett Elementary School — 2.4 mi · Grades PK–5 · 680 students
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| Metric | Bartlett City School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 8,946 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 10 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,581/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 34% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartlett City School District (this district) | 9/10 | 84th | 8,946 |
| Shelby County School District | 1/10 | 6th | 109,797 |
| Millington Municipal School District | 3/10 | 23rd | 2,602 |
| Germantown Municipal School District | 10/10 | 98th | 6,026 |
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Ranked against 144 rated districts in TN → 84th percentile → 9/10.
Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education TCAP, Overall ELA & Overall Math, Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2025–26 school year. Full methodology →
About Bartlett City School District
Zip code 38029 in Bartlett, Tennessee is served by Bartlett City School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Bartlett City School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Bartlett City School District 9 out of 10 — top-tier among Tennessee public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Tennessee’s TCAP assessments (2025–26 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Tennessee is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Bartlett City School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Tennessee on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 38029 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 38029
Children in zip code 38029 are assigned to Bartlett City School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 38029, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Bartlett City School District at (901)202-0855 or visit www.bartlettschools.org/. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Tennessee districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Ellendale
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Bartlett City School District serves zip code 38029, homes in and around zip code 38029 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Tennessee, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Bartlett City School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 38029.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Bartlett City School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 38029 data.