Serving 251 students in grades 7-8, Brookside Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Brookside Middle School's student population of 251 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brookside Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookside Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1206 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
7%
Black
1%
17%
White
77%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookside Middle School's ranking?
Brookside Middle School is ranked #1206 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Brookside Middle School often compared to?
Brookside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Constellation Schools Lorain Community Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Brookside Middle School?
251 students attend Brookside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Brookside Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Brookside Middle School offer ?
Brookside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Brookside Middle School part of?
Brookside Middle School is part of Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City School District.
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