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#1129 of 1,992 schools in MN
Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed
School · ALBERT LEA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
211 WEST RICHWAY DR, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,129 of 1,992
In Albert Lea
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
ALBERT LEA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed
School in Albert Lea · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed
Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed is a public school in Albert Lea, MN, part of ALBERT LEA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed serves approximately 74 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,129 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 74 students, Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed 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.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed Compares
See how Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
211 WEST RICHWAY DR, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST THEODORE'S EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HALVERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albert Lea, see our Albert Lea schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| ST THEODORE'S EL Albert Lea | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Albert Lea Area Learning Center Albert Lea | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ALBERT LEA SENIOR HIGH Albert Lea | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| SIBLEY ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Albert Lea | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| HALVERSON ELEMENTARY Albert Lea | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| GLENVILLE EMMONS ELEMENTARY Glenville | 7.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Success East Austin | 7.7 mi | — |
| GLENVILLE-EMMONS SECONDARY Glenville | 8.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Success West Austin | 8.2 mi | — |
| HOLLANDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hollandale | 10.6 mi | 6.2 |
| First Step Alden Austin | 10.1 mi | — |
| Enrich Alden Austin | 10.1 mi | — |
| ALDEN-CONGER ELEMENTARY Alden | 10.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ALDEN-CONGER SECONDARY Alden | 10.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Next Step West (Alden) Alden | 10.2 mi | — |
| NRHEG ELEMENTARY Ellendale | 14.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Northwood-Kensett MIddle/High School Northwood | 16.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,479
Median Home Value
$161,100
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
21,467
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
44
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed
What grades does Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed serve?
Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed?
Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed rank in MN?
Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed ranks #1,129 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed a charter school?
No, Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed a Title I school?
No, Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed?
41.9% of students at Brookside Early Childhood Sp Ed 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 74
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Freeborn County
- Phone
- (507) 379-4822
Resources & Links
District
ALBERT LEA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,338
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,107
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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