Serving 688 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brookwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Brookwood Elementary School serves the southern part of Dalton, GA, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brookwood Elementary School's student population of 688 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
688 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brookwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% 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 0.59, 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
#566 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
54%
20%
Black
3%
36%
White
34%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
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 #566 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Brookwood Elementary School?
688 students attend Brookwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Brookwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookwood Elementary School?
Brookwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower 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 Dalton School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
A. Academic programs are excellent, but that is part of the problem. All they seem to care about is numbers on paper, not the child. Its a shame really.
B.Availability of the arts is wonderful.
C.Academic awards are terrible in this school as they don't even offer the honor roll for good students and have no basis for their grading system. Its graded 1-4 1 being does not meet the standard through 4 which is exceeds the standard. My son is in advanced reading and he only got a 2- progressing towards the standard.
D. Facilities are so-so. Not great,almost sterile in nature.
E. Parental involvement is just not there at all. They are not warm or friendly or willing to work with you or your children.
Over all I would say its one of the worst schools I have ever been a part of. I am in the process of pulling my son out as we speak.
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