Serving 745 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 45% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brighton Middle School serves the southeast part of Brighton, TN, covering an area of approximately 113.6 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 12.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brighton Middle School's student population of 745 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
745 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brighton Middle 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 Middle School is 0.44, 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
#660 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
18%
20%
White
73%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 #660 out of 1,728 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, Crestview Middle 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 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Brighton Middle School?
745 students attend Brighton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Brighton Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Brighton Middle School offer ?
Brighton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brighton Middle School part of?
Brighton Middle School is part of Tipton County School District.
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