Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Brookside Primary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookside Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Brookside Primary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Brookside Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookside Primary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#66 out of 280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
94%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookside Primary School's ranking?
Brookside Primary School is ranked #66 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Brookside Primary School?
389 students attend Brookside Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Brookside Primary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookside Primary School?
Brookside Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brookside Primary School offer ?
Brookside Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brookside Primary School part of?
Brookside Primary School is part of Harwood Unified Union School District #60.
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