Serving 236 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brookside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Brookside Elementary School's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brookside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookside Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1313 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
60%
15%
White
5%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Baldwin Union Free School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Baldwin Bruins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookside Elementary School's ranking?
Brookside Elementary School is ranked #1313 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brookside Elementary School often compared to?
Brookside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lenox Elementary School, Roosevelt Children's Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brookside Elementary School?
236 students attend Brookside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Brookside Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookside Elementary School?
Brookside Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brookside Elementary School offer ?
Brookside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brookside Elementary School part of?
Brookside Elementary School is part of Baldwin Union Free School District.
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