Serving 340 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 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Brown Middle School's student population of 340 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Brown Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brown Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1366 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
48%
21%
White
29%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Middle School's ranking?
Brown Middle School is ranked #1366 out of 1,761 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
340 students attend Brown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Brown Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brown Middle School?
Brown Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
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
5 3/17/2016
Great school. No problems other than a few fights..
2 10/5/2010
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.
2 9/1/2010
Violence is rampant and the rules for suspension are rarely honored.
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