Serving 1,200 students in grades 9-12, Brookfield Central High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookfield Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brookfield Central High School's student population of 1,200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brookfield Central High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookfield Central High School is 0.51, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#111 out of 1984 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
4%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
67%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookfield Central High School's ranking?
Brookfield Central High School is ranked #111 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Brookfield Central High School often compared to?
Brookfield Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brookfield Central High School?
The graduation rate of Brookfield Central High School is 99%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brookfield Central High School?
1,200 students attend Brookfield Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Brookfield Central High School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brookfield Central High School?
Brookfield Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brookfield Central High School offer ?
Brookfield Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brookfield Central High School part of?
Brookfield Central High School is part of Elmbrook School District.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2023
Graduated in 1964 and it was where I learned almost everything I know today. First class to graduate at Central. Great school!
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