Below Average
#8152 of 9,539 schools in CA
Based on limited data
Brookside Elementary
Elementary School · Willits Unified
20 Spruce and Lincoln Way, Willits, CA 95490
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,152 of 9,539
In Willits
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Willits Unified
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Brookside Elementary
Elementary School in Willits · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brookside Elementary
Brookside Elementary is a public elementary school in Willits, CA, part of Willits Unified. Brookside Elementary serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,152 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Brookside Elementary runs 22.2:1 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.
61% of students at Brookside Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Brookside Elementary Compares
See how Brookside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20 Spruce and Lincoln Way, Willits, CA 95490
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Potter Valley Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Potter Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sherwood (rated 6.8/10, 9.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF MENDOCINO COUNTY (rated 6.5/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Calpella), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Willits, see our Willits schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sanhedrin Alternative Willits | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Willits High Willits | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Blosser Lane Elementary Willits | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| Baechtel Grove Middle Willits | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Willits Elementary Charter Willits | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Willits Charter Willits | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| La Vida Charter Ukiah | 7.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Sherwood Willits | 9.0 mi | 6.8 |
| DEEP VALLEY CHRISTIAN Redwood Valley | 12.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Deep Valley Christian Redwood Valley | 12.6 mi | — |
| Eagle Peak Middle Redwood Valley | 12.6 mi | 7.0 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF MENDOCINO COUNTY Calpella | 14.8 mi | 6.5 |
| The Waldorf School of Mendocino County Calpella | 14.8 mi | — |
| Calpella Elementary Ukiah | 14.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Potter Valley Elementary Potter Valley | 15.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Potter Valley High Potter Valley | 15.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Potter Valley Junior High Potter Valley | 15.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Comptche Elementary Comptche | 16.1 mi | — |
| Ukiah High Ukiah | 18.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Ukiah Independent Study Academy Ukiah | 18.6 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95490 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,069
Median Home Value
$383,900
Median Rent
$1,243/mo
Population
14,627
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Atherwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.4 |
| Beaumont Elementary Vista, CA | 4.4 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville, CA | 4.4 |
| Boulder Creek Elementary Boulder Creek, CA | 4.4 |
| Burns Valley Clearlake, CA | 4.4 |
| Camino Nuevo Charter Academy #4 Los Angeles, CA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookside Elementary
What grades does Brookside Elementary serve?
Brookside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Brookside Elementary?
Brookside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary is 22.2:1. 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 #8,152 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Brookside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
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?
70.6% 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 377
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Mendocino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.5%
- Phone
- (707) 459-5385
Resources & Links
District
Willits Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,546
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,364
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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