Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brookwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Brookwood Elementary School's student population of 579 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Brookwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookwood Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#929 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
19%
22%
White
43%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookwood Elementary School's ranking?
Brookwood Elementary School is ranked #929 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Brookwood Elementary School often compared to?
Brookwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birdneck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Brookwood Elementary School?
579 students attend Brookwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Brookwood Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookwood Elementary School?
Brookwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brookwood Elementary School offer ?
Brookwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brookwood Elementary School part of?
Brookwood Elementary School is part of Virginia Beach City School District.
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