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#1043 of 1,786 schools in TN
Brighton Elementary
Elementary School · Tipton County
P. O. Box 89, Brighton, TN 38011
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,043 of 1,786
In Brighton
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#6 of 14
Tipton County
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Brighton Elementary
Elementary School in Brighton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brighton Elementary
Brighton Elementary is a public elementary school in Brighton, TN, part of Tipton County. Brighton Elementary serves approximately 689 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brighton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,043 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Brighton Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Brighton Elementary — Students at Brighton Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Brighton Elementary Compares
See how Brighton Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P. O. Box 89, Brighton, TN 38011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brighton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arlington Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Atoka Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Atoka), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Austin Peay Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Covington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brighton, see our Brighton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brighton Middle School Brighton | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Brighton High School Brighton | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Atoka Elementary School Atoka | 4.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Munford High School Munford | 4.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Munford Middle School Munford | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Munford Elementary Munford | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Austin Peay Elementary School Covington | 5.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Tipton County Alternative Learning Center Covington | 6.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Charger Academy Covington | 6.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Crestview Elementary Covington | 7.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Crestview Middle School Covington | 6.8 mi | 4.5 |
| TIPTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Covington | 6.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Covington High School Covington | 7.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Barret's Chapel Elementary/Middle Arlington | 9.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Bolton High Arlington | 10.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Drummonds Elementary Drummonds | 9.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Millington Primary School Millington | 11.3 mi | 6.6 |
| GALLAWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallaway | 12.7 mi | — |
| Millington Intermediate School Millington | 12.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Arlington Elementary Arlington | 14.0 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,029
Median Home Value
$203,800
Median Rent
$977/mo
Population
9,493
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buckley-Carpenter Elementary School Somerville, TN | 6.1 |
| Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus Memphis, TN | 6.1 |
| Germantown Elementary Germantown, TN | 6.1 |
| Kate Bond Elementary School Bartlett, TN | 6.1 |
| Lewis County Elementary Hohenwald, TN | 6.1 |
| Ralph Askins School Fayetteville, TN | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brighton Elementary
What grades does Brighton Elementary serve?
Brighton Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brighton Elementary?
Brighton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 689 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brighton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brighton Elementary is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brighton Elementary rank in TN?
Brighton Elementary ranks #1,043 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Brighton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brighton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brighton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brighton Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Brighton Elementary a charter school?
No, Brighton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brighton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brighton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 689
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Tipton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (901) 837-5860
Resources & Links
District
Tipton County- District Enrollment
- 10,092
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,845
- District Rank
- #6 of 14
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