Serving 272 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brookside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brookside Elementary School's student population of 272 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brookside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookside Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#85 out of 201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
35%
20%
Black
34%
31%
White
23%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookside Elementary School's ranking?
Brookside Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Brookside Elementary School often compared to?
Brookside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcvey (Joseph M.) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Brookside Elementary School?
272 students attend Brookside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Brookside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brookside Elementary School?
Brookside Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brookside Elementary School offer ?
Brookside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brookside Elementary School part of?
Brookside Elementary School is part of Christina School District.
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