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#2913 of 3,813 schools in IL
Brookwood JR High School
Middle School · Brookwood SD 167
201 E Glenwood Lansing Rd, Glenwood, IL 60425
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
5.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
5.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,913 of 3,813
In Glenwood
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Brookwood SD 167
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Brookwood JR High School
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About Brookwood JR High School
Brookwood JR High School is a public middle school in Glenwood, IL, part of Brookwood SD 167. Brookwood JR High School serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookwood JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,913 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Brookwood JR High School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 3.9
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Brookwood JR High School 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
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Brookwood JR High School — Students at Brookwood JR High School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.2/10.
How Brookwood JR High School Compares
See how Brookwood JR High School 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
201 E Glenwood Lansing Rd, Glenwood, IL 60425
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookwood JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GLENWOOD ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center (rated 5.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Ford Heights), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, James Hart School (rated 5.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Homewood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Glenwood, see our Glenwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brookwood Middle School Glenwood | 0.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Hickory Bend Elem School Glenwood | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| GLENWOOD ACADEMY Glenwood | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Longwood Elem School Glenwood | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Wolcott School Thornton | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Medgar Evers Primary Acadmc Cntr Ford Heights | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| THE ALPHABET CAMPUS Homewood | 2.1 mi | — |
| Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center Ford Heights | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Thornwood High School South Holland | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| James Hart School Homewood | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| HIGHER HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHL OF FINE ARTS Ford Heights | 2.8 mi | — |
| HIGHER HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ford Heights | 2.8 mi | — |
| Winston Churchill School Homewood | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Oak Glen Elem School Lansing | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| McKinley Elem School South Holland | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| McKinley Jr High School South Holland | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Greenbriar Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Elem School Chicago Heights | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| HELLO MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Homewood | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60425 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,348
Median Home Value
$182,000
Median Rent
$1,639/mo
Population
8,730
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
78.2%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
39.7
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|---|---|
| Forest Park Middle School Forest Park, IL | 5.0 |
| Mark W Bills Middle School Peoria, IL | 5.0 |
| Mazon-Verona-Kinsman Middle Sch Mazon, IL | 5.0 |
| Midwest Central Middle School Green Valley, IL | 5.0 |
| Mt Carmel Junior High School Mount Carmel, IL | 5.0 |
| West Carroll Middle School Mount Carroll, IL | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookwood JR High School
What grades does Brookwood JR High School serve?
Brookwood JR High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Brookwood JR High School?
Brookwood JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookwood JR High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookwood JR High School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookwood JR High School rank in IL?
Brookwood JR High School ranks #2,913 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Brookwood JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookwood JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Brookwood JR High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookwood JR High School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Brookwood JR High School a charter school?
No, Brookwood JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brookwood JR High School a Title I school?
No, Brookwood JR High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookwood JR High School?
63.0% of students at Brookwood JR High 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 216
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (708) 758-5252
Resources & Links
District
Brookwood SD 167- District Enrollment
- 1,025
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,394
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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