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#625 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 49% in state

Brookside Elementary School

Elementary School · Jessamine County

199 Brookside Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

536

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

1st – 5th

Enrollment

536

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#625 of 1,284

In Nicholasville

#9 of 10

public schools

In district

#10 of 12

Jessamine County

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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About Brookside Elementary School

Brookside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Nicholasville, KY, part of Jessamine County. Brookside Elementary School serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #625 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Brookside Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district

6.3

This school 6.3 · Average
District avg 7.4
KY avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress5.0Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change-1.57 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics6.6Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency40.3% (2025 KSA)

Reading/ELA Proficiency49.3% (2025 KSA)

Overall Proficiency45% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)

vs. Expected+1.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile51th

Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,940

Chronic Absenteeism12.7%

Brookside Elementary School — Students at Brookside Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 49.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

N/A

Based on 36 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

68%

ELA

67%

2010

Math

76%

ELA

75%

2011

Math

32%

ELA

40%

2012

Math

39%

ELA

40%

2013

Math

57%

ELA

61%

2014

Math

53%

ELA

59%

2015

Math

55%

ELA

61%

2016

Math

46%

ELA

53%

2017

Math

37%

ELA

46%

2018

Math

47%

ELA

45%

2019

Math

47%

ELA

45%

2020*

Math

36%

ELA

32%

2021*

Math

36%

ELA

32%

2022

Math

32%

ELA

36%

2025

Math

40.3%

ELA

49.3%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Brookside Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score

6.3/10

51th percentile in KY

Academic

6.6/10

Average

Growth

5.0/10

Average

Environment

9.3/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

61%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

40 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

12.7%

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

199 Brookside Dr, Nicholasville, KY 40356

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brookside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wellington Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hattie C. Warner Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEXINGTON UNIVERSAL ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nicholasville, see our Nicholasville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Hattie C. Warner Elementary School Nicholasville	0.2 mi	559	8.1
Jessamine Early Learning Village Nicholasville	0.2 mi	833	7.7
Nicholasville Elementary School Nicholasville	0.7 mi	487	7.3
West Jessamine Middle School Nicholasville	1.1 mi	882	7.1
Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School Nicholasville	1.1 mi	535	7.7
West Jessamine High School Nicholasville	1.5 mi	1,349	6.4
East Jessamine High School Nicholasville	2.0 mi	1,214	6.0
East Jessamine Middle School Nicholasville	2.4 mi	872	6.5
Red Oak Elementary School Nicholasville	2.4 mi	505	7.5
Wilmore Elementary School Wilmore	4.0 mi	469	7.4
Ashgrove Academy Nicholasville	5.1 mi	6	—
The Providence School Wilmore	4.7 mi	150	5.6
LEXINGTON UNIVERSAL ACADEMY Lexington	6.1 mi	155	7.8
KORE ACADEMY Lexington	6.8 mi	53	8.5
Veterans Park Elementary School Lexington	6.9 mi	697	6.3
THE PROVISION SCHOOL Lexington	7.4 mi	47	7.3
Wellington Elementary Lexington	7.7 mi	604	9.6
Stonewall Elementary School Lexington	8.1 mi	673	7.2
Jessie M Clark Middle School Lexington	8.0 mi	985	7.8
Southern Elementary School Lexington	7.6 mi	490	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,264

Median Home Value

$246,300

Median Rent

$1,020/mo

Population

45,142

College Educated

31.5%

Homeownership

70.6%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brookside Elementary School

What grades does Brookside Elementary School serve?

Brookside Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Brookside Elementary School?

Brookside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brookside Elementary School rank in KY?

Brookside Elementary School ranks #625 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Brookside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brookside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Brookside Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookside Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brookside Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Brookside Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

61.2% of students at Brookside 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.