Needs Improvement
#3786 of 3,813 schools in IL
Brookwood Middle School
Middle School · Brookwood SD 167
200 E Glenwood Lansing Rd, Glenwood, IL 60425
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
2.7
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
2.7
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,786 of 3,813
In Glenwood
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Brookwood SD 167
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Brookwood Middle School
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About Brookwood Middle School
Brookwood Middle School is a public middle school in Glenwood, IL, part of Brookwood SD 167. Brookwood Middle School serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,786 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Brookwood Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 193 students, Brookwood Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
42% of students at Brookwood Middle 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 Middle School — Students at Brookwood Middle School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.7%
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: 2.6/10.
How Brookwood Middle School Compares
See how Brookwood Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 E Glenwood Lansing Rd, Glenwood, IL 60425
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookwood Middle 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 notably higher. Additionally, James Hart School (rated 5.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Homewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glenwood, see our Glenwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brookwood Jr High School Glenwood | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Hickory Bend Elem School Glenwood | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| GLENWOOD ACADEMY Glenwood | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Longwood Elem School Glenwood | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Wolcott School Thornton | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Medgar Evers Primary Acadmc Cntr Ford Heights | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| THE ALPHABET CAMPUS Homewood | 2.2 mi | — |
| Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center Ford Heights | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| HIGHER HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHL OF FINE ARTS Ford Heights | 2.7 mi | — |
| HIGHER HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ford Heights | 2.7 mi | — |
| Thornwood High School South Holland | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| James Hart School Homewood | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Winston Churchill School Homewood | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Oak Glen Elem School Lansing | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| McKinley Elem School South Holland | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| McKinley Jr High School South Holland | 3.1 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 | 2.5 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Von Steuben Middle School Peoria, IL | 2.4 |
| Hardin County Jr High School Elizabethtown, IL | 3.1 |
| West Central Middle School Stronghurst, IL | 3.1 |
| Westville Jr High School Westville, IL | 3.1 |
| Argenta-Oreana Middle School Argenta, IL | 3.3 |
| Lincoln Jr High School La Salle, IL | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookwood Middle School
What grades does Brookwood Middle School serve?
Brookwood Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Brookwood Middle School?
Brookwood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookwood Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookwood Middle School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookwood Middle School rank in IL?
Brookwood Middle School ranks #3,786 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Brookwood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookwood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookwood Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Brookwood Middle School a charter school?
No, Brookwood Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brookwood Middle School a Title I school?
No, Brookwood Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookwood Middle School?
62.7% of students at Brookwood Middle 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
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 193
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (708) 758-5350
Resources & Links
District
Brookwood SD 167- District Enrollment
- 1,025
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,394
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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