Serving 810 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brookwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Brookwood Elementary serves the southern part of Cumming, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brookwood Elementary School's student population of 810 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
810 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brookwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookwood Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Asian
46%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
2%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
38%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookwood Elementary School's ranking?
Brookwood Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Brookwood Elementary School often compared to?
Brookwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Creek Elementary School, Daves Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Brookwood Elementary School?
810 students attend Brookwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Brookwood Elementary School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
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 Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brookwood Elementary School offer ?
Brookwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brookwood Elementary School part of?
Brookwood Elementary School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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