Skip to main content

Below Average

#1505 of 1,786 schools in TN

Brown Middle School

Middle School · Hamilton County

5716 Hwy 58, Harrison, TN 37341

Enrollment

340

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

4.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,505 of 1,786

In Harrison

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#66 of 80

Hamilton County

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Brown Middle School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Brown Middle School

4.6/10

Middle School in Harrison · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Harrison Elementary School

3.5/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Central High School

4.5/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Brown Middle School

Brown Middle School is a public middle school in Harrison, TN, part of Hamilton County. Brown Middle School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,505 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Brown Middle School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency16% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-23.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.4 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-24.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism30%

Brown Middle School — Students at Brown Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 26.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
14%
ELA
28%
2010
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
26%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
16.8%
ELA
21.4%
2025
Math
16%
ELA
16.4%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Brown Middle School Compares

See how Brown Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
16th percentile in TN
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5716 Hwy 58, Harrison, TN 37341

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brown Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Loftis Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Hixson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hunter Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Ooltewah), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tyner Middle Academy (rated 5.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Chattanooga), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Harrison, see our Harrison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Harrison Elementary School Chattanooga 0.2 mi 3.5
Central High School Harrison 0.2 mi 4.5
Hamilton County Virtual School Chattanooga 2.6 mi 3.6
Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts Chattanooga 2.5 mi 6.8
Hunter Middle School Ooltewah 2.7 mi 7.1
SILVERDALE BAPTIST ACADEMY Chattanooga 3.3 mi 5.9
Wallace A. Smith Elementary School Ooltewah 2.8 mi 9.2
Tyner Middle Academy Chattanooga 3.4 mi 5.5
Tyner Academy Chattanooga 3.4 mi 5.0
Bess T Shepherd Elementary School Chattanooga 3.5 mi 6.6
ANNOOR ACADEMY OF CHATTANOOGA Chattanooga 4.2 mi 7.4
HICKORY VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chattanooga 4.6 mi 6.9
Big Ridge Elementary School Hixson 4.3 mi 7.2
Ooltewah High School Ooltewah 4.5 mi 5.6
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hixson 4.6 mi
STANDIFER GAP SDA SCHOOL Chattanooga 5.4 mi 6.0
East Brainerd Elementary School Chattanooga 5.8 mi 6.9
PARKRIDGE VALLEY ACADEMY Chattanooga 5.8 mi 6.3
OOLTEWAH ADVENTIST SCHOOL Ooltewah 4.9 mi 6.3
Loftis Middle School Hixson 6.0 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37341 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,114

Median Home Value

$264,300

Median Rent

$1,229/mo

Population

14,966

College Educated

29.6%

Homeownership

83.7%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

42.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
KIPP Academy Nashville Nashville, TN 4.6
Bellevue Middle Nashville, TN 4.5
Croft Middle Nashville, TN 4.5
Donelson Middle Nashville, TN 4.5
DuPont Tyler Middle Hermitage, TN 4.5
Madison Middle Madison, TN 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brown Middle School

What grades does Brown Middle School serve?

Brown Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Brown Middle School?

Brown Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brown Middle School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brown Middle School rank in TN?

Brown Middle School ranks #1,505 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Brown Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Brown Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brown Middle School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brown Middle School a charter school?

No, Brown Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brown Middle School a Title I school?

No, Brown Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

District

Hamilton County
District Enrollment
45,790
Schools in District
81
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,785
District Rank
#66 of 80

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.