Serving 845 students in grades 6-8, Brighton Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brighton Middle School's student population of 845 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brighton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brighton Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#731 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
17%
21%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brighton Middle School's ranking?
Brighton Middle School is ranked #731 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Brighton Middle School often compared to?
Brighton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Munford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Brighton Middle School?
845 students attend Brighton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Brighton Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brighton Middle School?
Brighton Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brighton Middle School offer ?
Brighton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Brighton Middle School part of?
Brighton Middle School is part of Tipton County School District.
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