Very Good
#2416 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
Brookside Elementary
Elementary School · Ross Valley Elementary
116 Butterfield Rd., San Anselmo, CA 94960
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,416 of 9,539
In San Anselmo
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Ross Valley Elementary
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Brookside Elementary
Brookside Elementary is a public elementary school in San Anselmo, CA, part of Ross Valley Elementary. Brookside Elementary serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,416 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Brookside Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Brookside Elementary runs 20.9:1 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
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Brookside Elementary — Students at Brookside Elementary score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.5/10.
How Brookside Elementary Compares
See how Brookside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
116 Butterfield Rd., San Anselmo, CA 94960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hidden Valley Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wade Thomas Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sun Valley Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Rafael), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Anselmo, see our San Anselmo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Archie Williams High San Anselmo | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| CHRONOS ACADEMY San Anselmo | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ross Valley Charter Fairfax | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Hidden Valley Elementary San Anselmo | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL San Anselmo | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| IRINE M HUNT SCHOOL OF MARIN San Anselmo | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Irene M. Hunt School / Side by Side San Anselmo | 0.9 mi | — |
| SAN ANSELMO MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Anselmo | 1.0 mi | — |
| Manor Elementary Fairfax | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Wade Thomas Elementary San Anselmo | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Terra Linda High San Rafael | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| St. Anselm School San Anselmo | 1.6 mi | — |
| Sun Valley Elementary San Rafael | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| MARK DAY SCHOOL San Rafael | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Mark Day School San Rafael | 1.6 mi | — |
| San Domenico High School San Anselmo | 1.8 mi | — |
| THE BRANSON SCHOOL Ross | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Saint Isabella School San Rafael | 1.7 mi | — |
| The Branson School Ross | 1.9 mi | — |
| ICE CREAM & SHOE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN INC. San Rafael | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$172,332
Median Home Value
$1,589,200
Median Rent
$2,838/mo
Population
15,891
College Educated
72.7%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
46.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookside Elementary
What grades does Brookside Elementary serve?
Brookside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Brookside Elementary?
Brookside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookside Elementary rank in CA?
Brookside Elementary ranks #2,416 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Brookside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookside Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Brookside Elementary a charter school?
No, Brookside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brookside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brookside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookside Elementary?
10.2% of students at Brookside Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Marin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.6%
- Phone
- (415) 453-2948
Resources & Links
District
Ross Valley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,739
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,497
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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