Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Brookwood Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brookwood Elementary School's student population of 462 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Mascot
Beaver
School Rankings
Brookwood Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookwood Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 1269 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Beaver
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookwood Elementary School's ranking?
Brookwood Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Brookwood Elementary School often compared to?
Brookwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trailwood Elementary School, Corinth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Brookwood Elementary School?
462 students attend Brookwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Brookwood Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brookwood Elementary School offer ?
Brookwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brookwood Elementary School part of?
Brookwood Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
In what neighborhood is Brookwood Elementary School located?
Brookwood Elementary School is located in the Leawood Estates neighborhood of Leawood, KS.
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