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Very Good

#2745 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 29% in state

Brookside

Elementary School · Lincoln Unified

2962 Brookside Rd., Stockton, CA 95219

Enrollment

761

Student-Teacher

23.8:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,745 of 9,539

In Stockton

#9 of 109

public schools

In district

#1 of 12

Lincoln Unified

Equity

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Brookside

7.4/10

Elementary School in Stockton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.4/10

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About Brookside

Brookside is a public elementary school in Stockton, CA, part of Lincoln Unified. Brookside serves approximately 761 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,745 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Brookside show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 4.6
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Brookside runs 23.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.5 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,607
Chronic Absenteeism18.1%

Brookside — Students at Brookside score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 62.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
36.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 67.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 40 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
58.1%
ELA
69.5%
2024
Math
56.1%
ELA
64.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How Brookside Compares

See how Brookside performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in CA
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

Location

2962 Brookside Rd., Stockton, CA 95219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brookside may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Primary Years Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Flora Arca Mata (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PRESENTATION PARISH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Stockton, see our Stockton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Don Riggio Stockton 0.3 mi 3.4
Claudia Landeen Stockton 0.4 mi 3.7
Brookside Little Learners Stockton 0.8 mi
Hoover Elementary Stockton 0.8 mi 3.1
Primary Years Academy Stockton 0.7 mi 6.7
Commodore Stockton Skills Stockton 0.8 mi 5.4
Flora Arca Mata Stockton 1.5 mi 6.7
Stagg Senior High Stockton 1.4 mi 5.0
Pacific Law Academy Stockton 1.4 mi 8.0
Madison Elementary Stockton 1.4 mi 4.0
Tully C. Knoles Stockton 1.8 mi 3.9
Village Oaks High Stockton 1.8 mi 6.3
Walton Development Center Stockton 1.6 mi 4.1
Kohl Open Elementary Stockton 1.6 mi 4.7
Sierra Middle Stockton 2.3 mi 5.2
Victory Elementary Stockton 2.0 mi 4.7
Mable Barron Stockton 2.3 mi 4.1
PRESENTATION PARISH SCHOOL Stockton 2.3 mi 6.0
John McCandless Charter Stockton 2.0 mi 4.1
Presentation Parish School Stockton 2.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,300

Median Home Value

$539,900

Median Rent

$1,855/mo

Population

31,200

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

58.7%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

36.9

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Bessie E. Owens Elementary Bakersfield, CA 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brookside

What grades does Brookside serve?

Brookside serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Brookside?

Brookside has an enrollment of approximately 761 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside?

The student-teacher ratio at Brookside is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brookside rank in CA?

Brookside ranks #2,745 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Brookside's MySchoolScout rating?

Brookside has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Brookside?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookside has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Brookside a charter school?

No, Brookside is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brookside a Title I school?

No, Brookside is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookside?

49.3% of students at Brookside qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
761
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Joaquin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

District

Lincoln Unified
District Enrollment
8,773
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,607
District Rank
#1 of 12

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