Average
#1447 of 2,221 schools in MO
Brookside Charter Elementary
Elementary School · BROOKSIDE CHARTER SCH.
1815 EAST 63RD STREET, Kansas City, MO 64130
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,447 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#86 of 147
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
BROOKSIDE CHARTER SCH.
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Brookside Charter Elementary
Brookside Charter Elementary is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of BROOKSIDE CHARTER SCH. Brookside Charter Elementary serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Charter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,447 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Brookside Charter Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Brookside Charter Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brookside Charter Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
32% of students at Brookside Charter Elementary 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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Brookside Charter Elementary — Students at Brookside Charter Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 5.5/10.
How Brookside Charter Elementary Compares
See how Brookside Charter Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1815 EAST 63RD STREET, Kansas City, MO 64130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside Charter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UNIVERSITY ACADEMY-LOWER (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROVIDENCE SCHOOL OF ARTS (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER'S SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,770
Median Home Value
$71,500
Median Rent
$1,003/mo
Population
19,697
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
30.7%
Median Age
38.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL O'Fallon, MO | 5.6 |
| BERKELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berkeley, MO | 5.6 |
| BLOOMSDALE ELEM. Bloomsdale, MO | 5.6 |
| CABOOL ELEM. Cabool, MO | 5.6 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEM. Belton, MO | 5.6 |
| EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookside Charter Elementary
What grades does Brookside Charter Elementary serve?
Brookside Charter Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brookside Charter Elementary?
Brookside Charter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Charter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Charter Elementary is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookside Charter Elementary rank in MO?
Brookside Charter Elementary ranks #1,447 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Brookside Charter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookside Charter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Brookside Charter Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookside Charter Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Brookside Charter Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Brookside Charter Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Brookside Charter Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brookside Charter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookside Charter Elementary?
99.0% of students at Brookside Charter Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.7%
- Phone
- (816) 531-2192
Resources & Links
District
BROOKSIDE CHARTER SCH.- District Enrollment
- 713
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,446
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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