For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,486 students in Brighton, TN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Brighton, TN are Brighton Elementary School and Brighton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brighton, TN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in Brighton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Brighton, TN (2025-26)
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 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
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 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Brighton, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Brighton, TN include Brighton Elementary School and Brighton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Brighton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Brighton.
What is the racial composition of students in Brighton?
Brighton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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