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Brooks Elementary School

Elementary School · Bullitt County

1430 Brooks Hill Road, Brooks, KY 40109

Enrollment

469

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#1,198 of 1,284

In district

#20 of 23

Bullitt County

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Brooks Elementary School

3.6/10

Elementary School in Brooks · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Brooks Elementary School

Brooks Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brooks, KY, part of Bullitt County. Brooks Elementary School serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,198 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Brooks Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.0
  • KY avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,997
Chronic Absenteeism28.4%

Brooks Elementary School — Students at Brooks Elementary School score 24% 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

65.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 34 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
22%
ELA
26.7%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Brooks Elementary School Compares

See how Brooks Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
7th percentile in KY
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1430 Brooks Hill Road, Brooks, KY 40109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooks Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blue Lick Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Louisville), which scores notably higher. Another option is LITTLE FLOCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Shepherdsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Overdale Elementary School (rated 5.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Louisville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooks, see our Brooks schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Maryville Elementary School Louisville 1.7 mi 3.9
MICAH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Louisville 2.1 mi 5.2
Coral Ridge Elementary Fairdale 2.5 mi 4.4
Overdale Elementary School Louisville 2.5 mi 5.2
Freedom Elementary School Shepherdsville 2.6 mi 4.6
North Bullitt High School Shepherdsville 2.7 mi 4.8
LITTLE FLOCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Shepherdsville 2.6 mi 6.0
Knight Middle Louisville 3.2 mi 5.8
Blue Lick Elementary Louisville 3.3 mi 7.6
Hebron Middle School Shepherdsville 2.8 mi 5.6
Zoneton Middle School Shepherdsville 3.0 mi 3.1
Fairdale High Fairdale 3.8 mi 5.9
Fairdale Elementary Fairdale 3.7 mi 4.3
Georgia Chaffee Teenage Parent Program Fairdale 4.0 mi 5.7
Minors Lane Elementary Louisville 4.3 mi 3.8
Blake Elementary Louisville 4.3 mi 2.2
Laukhuf Elementary Louisville 3.8 mi 5.0
Bullitt Alternative Center Shepherdsville 4.4 mi 5.5
Bullitt Lick Middle School Shepherdsville 4.5 mi 3.6
Bullitt Central High School Shepherdsville 4.6 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,350

Median Home Value

$239,900

Population

2,363

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

89.4%

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

48.9

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Mill Creek Elementary Louisville, KY 3.6
Bourbon Central Elementary School Paris, KY 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooks Elementary School

What grades does Brooks Elementary School serve?

Brooks Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Brooks Elementary School?

Brooks Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooks Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brooks Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brooks Elementary School rank in KY?

Brooks Elementary School ranks #1,198 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Brooks Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brooks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Brooks Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooks Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brooks Elementary School a charter school?

No, Brooks Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brooks Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Brooks Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooks Elementary School?

65.7% of students at Brooks Elementary 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bullitt County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

District

Bullitt County
District Enrollment
12,954
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,997
District Rank
#20 of 23

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