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Brook Park Elem School

Elementary School · Brookfield Lagrange Park SD 95

1214 Raymond Ave, La Grange Park, IL 60526

Enrollment

872

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,052 of 3,813

In La Grange Park

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Brookfield Lagrange Park SD 95

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Brook Park Elem School

6.0/10

Elementary School in La Grange Park · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Brook Park Elem School

Brook Park Elem School is a public elementary school in La Grange Park, IL, part of Brookfield Lagrange Park SD 95. Brook Park Elem School serves approximately 872 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brook Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,052 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Brook Park Elem School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with IL schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,267
Chronic Absenteeism18.9%

Brook Park Elem School — Students at Brook Park Elem School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
37%
2022
ELA
48%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Brook Park Elem School Compares

See how Brook Park Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
46th percentile in IL
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

Location

1214 Raymond Ave, La Grange Park, IL 60526

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brook Park Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cossitt Ave Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby La Grange), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hollywood Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Brookfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Forest Road Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Grange Park, see our La Grange Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS COMMUNITY Brookfield 0.7 mi
Barnsdale Road School La Grange Park 0.6 mi 8.0
Komarek Elem School North Riverside 0.7 mi 6.1
S E Gross Middle School Brookfield 0.8 mi 7.0
Forest Road Elem School La Grange Park 0.7 mi 8.5
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookfield 1.0 mi
Lindop Elem School Broadview 1.5 mi 6.3
Westchester Middle School Westchester 1.5 mi 5.7
Hollywood Elem School Brookfield 1.3 mi 8.8
Congress Park Elem School Brookfield 1.8 mi 7.6
KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF LAGRANGE La Grange 1.7 mi
Riverside Brookfield Twp HS Riverside 1.5 mi 8.1
Ogden Ave Elem School La Grange 1.7 mi 8.0
ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL La Grange 1.7 mi 5.4
Lincoln Elem School Brookfield 1.9 mi 4.0
Cossitt Ave Elem School La Grange 1.9 mi 9.2
Park Junior High School La Grange Park 1.7 mi 9.1
Roosevelt Elem School Broadview 2.2 mi 3.3
Westchester Primary School Westchester 1.8 mi 5.4
NAZARETH ACADEMY La Grange Park 1.9 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,831

Median Home Value

$427,800

Median Rent

$1,413/mo

Population

13,341

College Educated

59.6%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

41.5

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Spring Creek Elem School Rockford, IL 6.0
Abe Lincoln Elem School Cicero, IL 6.1
Anna McDonald Elem School Manhattan, IL 6.1
Booth Tarkington Elem School Wheeling, IL 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brook Park Elem School

What grades does Brook Park Elem School serve?

Brook Park Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Brook Park Elem School?

Brook Park Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 872 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brook Park Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brook Park Elem School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brook Park Elem School rank in IL?

Brook Park Elem School ranks #2,052 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Brook Park Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brook Park Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Brook Park Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brook Park Elem School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Brook Park Elem School a charter school?

No, Brook Park Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brook Park Elem School a Title I school?

No, Brook Park Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brook Park Elem School?

17.9% of students at Brook Park Elem School 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
872
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

District

Brookfield Lagrange Park SD 95
District Enrollment
1,365
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,267
District Rank
#2 of 2

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