For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,602 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 36% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brighton Elementary School
(Math: 44% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 689 students
Rank: #22.
Brighton Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7785 Hwy 51 South
Brighton, TN 38011
(901) 837-5600
Brighton, TN 38011
(901) 837-5600
Grades: 6-8
| 797 students
Rank: #33.
Brighton High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8045 Hwy 51 South
Brighton, TN 38011
(901) 837-5800
Brighton, TN 38011
(901) 837-5800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,116 students
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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