Serving 770 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brookside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brookside Elementary School's student population of 770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Brookside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookside Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#191 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookside Elementary School's ranking?
Brookside Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Brookside Elementary School often compared to?
Brookside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ramsey Elementary School, Andover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Brookside Elementary School?
770 students attend Brookside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Brookside Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookside Elementary School?
Brookside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brookside Elementary School offer ?
Brookside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brookside Elementary School part of?
Brookside Elementary School is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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