Very Good
#869 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 35% in state
Brookside Elementary School
Elementary School · Westwood Regional School District
20 LAKE DRIVE, Westwood, NJ 07675
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#869 of 2,466
In Westwood
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Westwood Regional School District
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Brookside Elementary School
Brookside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Westwood, NJ, part of Westwood Regional School District. Brookside Elementary School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #869 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Brookside Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Brookside Elementary School — Students at Brookside Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 39 test records from NJ 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: 5.6/10.
How Brookside Elementary School Compares
See how Brookside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
20 LAKE DRIVE, Westwood, NJ 07675
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jessie F. George Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Township Of Washington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadowbrook (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Hillsdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roberge Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby River Vale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westwood, see our Westwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westwood Regional Middle School Westwood | 0.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Memorial School Emerson | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| PRIMORIS ACADEMY Westwood | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Berkeley Elementary Westwood | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Jessie F. George Elementary Township Of Washington | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| George G White Hillsdale | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Patrick M Villano School Emerson | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| ST JOHN'S ACADEMY Hillsdale | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Emerson Jr Sr High Emerson | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Westwood Regional High School Township Of Washington | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Pascack Valley High School Hillsdale | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Roberge Elementary School River Vale | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Meadowbrook Hillsdale | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Washington Elementary School Township Of Washington | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| BERGEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Oradell | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Oradell Public School Oradell | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| N. A. Bleshman Regional Day School Paramus | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Holdrum Middle School River Vale | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Bergen County Technical High School - Paramus Paramus | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Bergen County Technical High School - Paramus Paramus | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07675 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$176,981
Median Home Value
$680,600
Median Rent
$2,347/mo
Population
27,050
College Educated
65.2%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
43.1
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| Drum Point Road Elementary School Brick Town, NJ | 7.1 |
| FAR BROOK SCHOOL Short Hills, NJ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookside Elementary School
What grades does Brookside Elementary School serve?
Brookside Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Brookside Elementary School?
Brookside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary School is 11:1. 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 NJ?
Brookside Elementary School ranks #869 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Brookside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% 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?
7.5% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.1%
- Phone
- (201) 664-9000
Resources & Links
District
Westwood Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 2,828
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,165
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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