Serving 684 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brighton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brighton Elementary School's student population of 684 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brighton Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#694 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
12%
21%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brighton Elementary School's ranking?
Brighton Elementary School is ranked #694 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Brighton Elementary School often compared to?
Brighton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atoka Elementary School, Munford Elementary School, Drummonds Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Brighton Elementary School?
684 students attend Brighton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Brighton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brighton Elementary School?
Brighton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brighton Elementary School offer ?
Brighton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brighton Elementary School part of?
Brighton Elementary School is part of Tipton County School District.
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