Serving 709 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brighton Elementary serves the northwest part of Brighton, TN, covering an area of approximately 52.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brighton Elementary School's student population of 709 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
709 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Bright Futures Begin at BES'
School Rankings
Brighton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 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 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#599 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #599 out of 1,728 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, Drummonds Elementary School, Munford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Brighton Elementary School?
709 students attend Brighton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Brighton Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Brighton Elementary School offer ?
Brighton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brighton Elementary School part of?
Brighton Elementary School is part of Tipton County School District.
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