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#385 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 22% in state

Sunny Hill Intermediate School

Middle School · Haywood County

2401 Anderson AVE, Brownsville, TN 38012

Enrollment

355

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

7.8

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#385 of 1,786

In Brownsville

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Haywood County

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Sunny Hill Intermediate School

7.8/10

Middle School in Brownsville · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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About Sunny Hill Intermediate School

Sunny Hill Intermediate School is a public middle school in Brownsville, TN, part of Haywood County. Sunny Hill Intermediate School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunny Hill Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #385 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Sunny Hill Intermediate School show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Sunny Hill Intermediate School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Sunny Hill Intermediate School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+2.56 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.4Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-25.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.4 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,014
Chronic Absenteeism20.3%

Sunny Hill Intermediate School — Students at Sunny Hill Intermediate School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 5.1% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 13.9% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 10 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
2%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
11%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2025
Math
13.9%
ELA
21.4%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Sunny Hill Intermediate School Compares

See how Sunny Hill Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
79th percentile in TN
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

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

2401 Anderson AVE, Brownsville, TN 38012

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunny Hill Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Crockett County Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Alamo), with a comparable rating. Another option is East Jr. High School (rated 5.8/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Somerville), a more accessible option. Additionally, Haywood Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 4.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.3 mi
School Distance Rating
East Side Elementary Brownsville 2.9 mi 5.9
Haywood County Virtual Academy Brownsville 3.2 mi
Anderson Early Childhood Brownsville 3.5 mi 8.1
Haywood High School Brownsville 3.8 mi 4.9
Haywood Elementary Brownsville 4.0 mi 4.6
Haywood Middle School Brownsville 4.0 mi 5.2
Bells Elementary Bells 15.1 mi 8.8
Whiteville Elementary Whiteville 16.8 mi 5.8
Crockett County High School Alamo 18.1 mi 5.2
Crockett County Middle School Alamo 18.2 mi 7.0
Maury City Elementary Maury City 18.6 mi 8.8
Alamo Elementary Alamo 18.1 mi 8.9
Denmark Elementary Denmark 15.4 mi 4.6
CROCKETT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maury City 19.1 mi
A.S.B. EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE Whitsville 19.0 mi
Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School Somerville 19.2 mi 3.2
East Jr. High School Somerville 19.4 mi 5.8
Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center Somerville 19.6 mi 5.7
Buckley-Carpenter Elementary School Somerville 22.1 mi 6.1
FAMILY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Denmark 18.3 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,485

Median Home Value

$129,800

Median Rent

$727/mo

Population

13,079

College Educated

12.9%

Homeownership

51.8%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

24.4%

Median Age

43

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunny Hill Intermediate School

What grades does Sunny Hill Intermediate School serve?

Sunny Hill Intermediate School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Sunny Hill Intermediate School?

Sunny Hill Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunny Hill Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunny Hill Intermediate School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sunny Hill Intermediate School rank in TN?

Sunny Hill Intermediate School ranks #385 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Sunny Hill Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunny Hill Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Sunny Hill Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunny Hill Intermediate School has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Sunny Hill Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Sunny Hill Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sunny Hill Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Sunny Hill Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Haywood County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

District

Haywood County
District Enrollment
2,574
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,014
District Rank
#2 of 6

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