Brookfield Central High School is a comprehensive public secondary school located in the city of Brookfield, Wisconsin, United States. About 1200 students attend every year. It is a sister school to Brookfield East High School, also in Brookfield.
Serving 1,215 students in grades 9-12, Brookfield Central High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central High serves the southern part of Brookfield, WI, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.3 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brookfield Central High School's student population of 1,215 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,215 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Rankings
Brookfield Central High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookfield Central High School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#218 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
School Mascot
Lancer
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 #218 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brookfield Central High School?
The graduation rate of Brookfield Central High School is 98%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Brookfield Central High School?
1,215 students attend Brookfield Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Brookfield Central High School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookfield Central High School?
Brookfield Central High School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brookfield Central High School part of?
Brookfield Central High School is part of Elmbrook School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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