Very Good
#2957 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Brookside Elementary
Elementary School · Oak Park Unified
165 North Satinwood Ave., Oak Park, CA 91377
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,957 of 9,539
In Oak Park
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Oak Park Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Brookside Elementary
Brookside Elementary is a public elementary school in Oak Park, CA, part of Oak Park Unified. Brookside Elementary serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,957 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Brookside Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Brookside Elementary runs 24.8:1 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
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Brookside Elementary — Students at Brookside Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.2%
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: 7.3/10.
How Brookside Elementary Compares
See how Brookside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
165 North Satinwood Ave., Oak Park, CA 91377
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Red Oak Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Willow Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Agoura), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Oak Hills Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oak Park, see our Oak Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Independent Oak Park | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Oak View High Oak Park | 0.5 mi | — |
| Sumac Elementary Agoura | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Mariposa School of Global Education Agoura | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Oak Park High Oak Park | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Willow Elementary Agoura | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Medea Creek Middle Oak Park | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Agoura High Agoura | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Oak Hills Elementary Oak Park | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Red Oak Elementary Oak Park | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Lindero Canyon Middle Agoura | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Yerba Buena Elementary Agoura Hills | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Trinity Pacific Christian School Westlake Village | 2.0 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy - Westlake Village Westlake Village | 2.6 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY WESTLAKE VILLAGE Westlake Village | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| FEYDEY Westlake Village | 2.7 mi | — |
| ILAN RAMON DAY SCHOOL Agoura | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Ilan Ramon Day School Agoura | 3.0 mi | — |
| Tribu Global Learning Academy Westlake Village | 3.2 mi | — |
| Lupin Hill Elementary Calabasas | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91377 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$160,484
Median Home Value
$1,017,100
Median Rent
$3,150/mo
Population
13,656
College Educated
63.2%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
41.4
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| Baldwin Stocker Elementary Arcadia, CA | 7.3 |
| Bayshore Daly City, CA | 7.3 |
| Bret Harte Elementary Burbank, CA | 7.3 |
| CARDEN HALL Newport Beach, CA | 7.3 |
| Carnelian Elementary Alta Loma, CA | 7.3 |
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 546 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookside Elementary rank in CA?
Brookside Elementary ranks #2,957 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Brookside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% 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?
9.2% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 546
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Ventura County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.6%
- Phone
- (818) 597-4200
Resources & Links
District
Oak Park Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,338
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,447
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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