For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,485 students in Brighton, TN.
The top-ranked public schools in Brighton, TN are Brighton Elementary School, Brighton Middle School and Brighton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brighton, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Brighton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Brighton, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brighton Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 Old Highway 51 South
Brighton, TN 38011
(901) 837-5860
Brighton, TN 38011
(901) 837-5860
Gr: PK-5 | 709 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Brighton Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7785 Hwy 51 South
Brighton, TN 38011
(901) 837-5600
Brighton, TN 38011
(901) 837-5600
Gr: 6-8 | 745 students Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Brighton High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8045 Hwy 51 South
Brighton, TN 38011
(901) 837-5800
Brighton, TN 38011
(901) 837-5800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,031 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Brighton, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Brighton, TN include Brighton Elementary School, Brighton Middle School and Brighton High School.
How many public schools are located in Brighton?
3 public schools are located in Brighton.
What is the racial composition of students in Brighton?
Brighton public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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