Brookwood Elementary School

2980 Vaughan Dr
Cumming, GA 30041
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 855 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 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 855 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 5% in GA
  • : 85% (Top 1%)
  • : 75% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Brookwood Elementary School's student population of 855 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
855 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'

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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#44 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
85%
39%
75%
40%
70-74%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
45%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
3%
36%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
855 students attend Brookwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Brookwood Elementary School students are Asian, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookwood Elementary School?
Brookwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 855 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 85% (Top 1%)
  • : 75% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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