Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brighton Elementary 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 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brighton Elementary School's student population of 689 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Bright Futures Begin at BES'
School Rankings
Brighton Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.30, which is less 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
#599 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
9%
21%
White
83%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Brighton Elementary School's ranking?
Brighton Elementary School is ranked #599 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Brighton Elementary School often compared to?
Brighton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atoka Elementary School, Drummonds Elementary School, Munford Elementary 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 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Brighton Elementary School?
689 students attend Brighton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Brighton Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brighton Elementary School?
Brighton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brighton Elementary School offer ?
Brighton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brighton Elementary School part of?
Brighton Elementary School is part of Tipton County School District.
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