Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brookside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brookside Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Brookside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookside Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#509 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
7%
5%
White
58%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookside Elementary School's ranking?
Brookside Elementary School is ranked #509 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Brookside Elementary School often compared to?
Brookside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Forest Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Brookside Elementary School?
364 students attend Brookside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Brookside Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookside Elementary School?
Brookside Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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 Shoreline School District.
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