Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brookside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan 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 Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brookside School serves the southern part of Grand Rapids, MI, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brookside Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Brookside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookside Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2950 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
28%
9%
Black
40%
18%
White
21%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookside Elementary School's ranking?
Brookside Elementary School is ranked #2950 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brookside Elementary School often compared to?
Brookside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawmut Hills School, Southwest Elementary Academia Bilingue 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 35% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brookside Elementary School?
254 students attend Brookside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Brookside Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookside Elementary School?
Brookside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Brookside Elementary School offer ?
Brookside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brookside Elementary School part of?
Brookside Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Brookside Elementary School located?
Brookside Elementary School is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
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