Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brooks Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooks Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brooks Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooks Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1227 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
21%
25%
White
51%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooks Elementary School's ranking?
Brooks Elementary School is ranked #1227 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Brooks Elementary School?
439 students attend Brooks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Brooks Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooks Elementary School?
Brooks Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Brooks Elementary School offer ?
Brooks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Brooks Elementary School part of?
Brooks Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooks Elementary School located?
Brooks Elementary School is located in the North Hills neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 7 other public schools located in North Hills.
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