Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Brookridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is equal to the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Brookridge Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brookridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookridge Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#553 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
12%
6%
White
53%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookridge Elementary School's ranking?
Brookridge Elementary School is ranked #553 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Brookridge Elementary School often compared to?
Brookridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pawnee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Brookridge Elementary School?
526 students attend Brookridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Brookridge Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brookridge Elementary School?
Brookridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brookridge Elementary School offer ?
Brookridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Brookridge Elementary School part of?
Brookridge Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub Sch School District.
In what neighborhood is Brookridge Elementary School located?
Brookridge Elementary School is located in the Brookridge West neighborhood of Overland Park, KS.
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