Brookside School

Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Brookside School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 506 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 10% in NY
  • : 80-84% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Brookside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

Brookside School's student population of 506 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Bernie

School Rankings

Brookside School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookside School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#327 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
80-84%
52%
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
77%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.39
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Bernie

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brookside School's ranking?
Brookside School is ranked #327 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brookside School often compared to?
Brookside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mohansic School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brookside School?
506 students attend Brookside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Brookside School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookside School?
Brookside School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brookside School offer ?
Brookside School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brookside School part of?
Brookside School is part of Yorktown Central School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 506 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 80-84% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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