Serving 637 students in grades 1-6, Brook Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brook Park Elementary School serves the southwest part of Indianapolis, IN, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brook Park Elementary School's student population of 637 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
637 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brook Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brook Park Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1736 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
69%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brook Park Elementary School's ranking?
Brook Park Elementary School is ranked #1736 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Brook Park Elementary School often compared to?
Brook Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Nature School Of Central Indiana, Bridgeport Elementary School, Crestview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Brook Park Elementary School?
637 students attend Brook Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Brook Park Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brook Park Elementary School?
Brook Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brook Park Elementary School offer ?
Brook Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brook Park Elementary School part of?
Brook Park Elementary School is part of MSD Lawrence Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Brook Park Elementary School located?
Brook Park Elementary School is located in the Lawrence neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 4 other public schools located in Lawrence.
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