Serving 231 students in grades 5-6, Brookwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brookwood Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Glenwood, IL, covering approximately 9 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the school's edge and a maximum of 2.5 miles to the farthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brookwood Middle School's student population of 231 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
231 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brookwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookwood Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3342 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
72%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookwood Middle School's ranking?
Brookwood Middle School is ranked #3342 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brookwood Middle School?
231 students attend Brookwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Brookwood Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookwood Middle School?
Brookwood Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brookwood Middle School offer ?
Brookwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Brookwood Middle School part of?
Brookwood Middle School is part of Brookwood SD 167 School District.
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