Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brookwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Brookwood Elementary School's student population of 363 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Brookwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookwood Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1406 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
43%
18%
White
22%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookwood Elementary School's ranking?
Brookwood Elementary School is ranked #1406 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Brookwood Elementary School?
363 students attend Brookwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Brookwood Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brookwood Elementary School?
Brookwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brookwood Elementary School offer ?
Brookwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brookwood Elementary School part of?
Brookwood Elementary School is part of Kentwood School District.
In what neighborhood is Brookwood Elementary School located?
Brookwood Elementary School is located in the Ridgebrook neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Ridgebrook.
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