Serving 296 students in grades 6-8, Brown Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brown Middle School serves the southeast part of Harrison, TN, covering an area of approximately 35.4 square miles, with typical drive times of 10-12 minutes for students living within the zone. The average distance from the school to the zone's edge is about 3.7 miles, extending up to 8.1 miles from its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brown Middle School's student population of 296 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brown Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1382 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Chargers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Middle School's ranking?
Brown Middle School is ranked #1382 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Brown Middle School often compared to?
Brown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tyner Middle Academy, Hunter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Brown Middle School?
296 students attend Brown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Brown Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Brown Middle School offer ?
Brown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brown Middle School part of?
Brown Middle School is part of Hamilton County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Violence is rampant and the rules for suspension are rarely honored.
2 10/10/2025
This school is so full of violence, hate, cussing, and just generally unruly children. The teachers do seem to care and try but it does not seem to be helping. The new principal has NOT made things better, only worse. My children will not go there again.
5 10/10/2025
Great school. No problems other than a few fights..
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