Very Good
#831 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 18% in state
Based on limited data
Brookside School
Elementary School · OSSINING UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
PINESBRIDGE RD, Ossining, NY 10562
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
1st – 2nd
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
1st – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#831 of 4,742
In Ossining
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
OSSINING UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Brookside School
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About Brookside School
Brookside School is a public elementary school in Ossining, NY, part of OSSINING UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Brookside School serves approximately 678 students, and covers grades 1st-2nd, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #831 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brookside School show 75% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Brookside School — Students at Brookside School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2008-09)
Based on 2 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
How Brookside School Compares
See how Brookside School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PINESBRIDGE RD, Ossining, NY 10562
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTORCHARD SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Chappaqua), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ROARING BROOK SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Chappaqua), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BEDFORD ROAD SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Pleasantville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ossining, see our Ossining schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROOSEVELT SCHOOL Ossining | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ANNE M DORNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Ossining | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CLAREMONT SCHOOL Ossining | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| OSSINING HIGH SCHOOL Ossining | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| TODD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| PARK SCHOOL Ossining | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Ossining | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| BRIARCLIFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| BRIARCLIFF HIGH SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor | 3.0 mi | 9.3 |
| WESTORCHARD SCHOOL Chappaqua | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| CLEAR VIEW SCHOOL DAY TREATMENT Briarcliff Manor | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ROARING BROOK SCHOOL Chappaqua | 3.0 mi | 8.3 |
| CROTON-HARMON HIGH SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson | 3.4 mi | 9.0 |
| PIERRE VAN CORTLANDT SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| BEDFORD ROAD SCHOOL Pleasantville | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| HOLY NAME OF MARY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson | 3.5 mi | — |
| PLEASANTVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Pleasantville | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| PLEASANTVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Pleasantville | 3.8 mi | 8.9 |
| ROBERT E BELL SCHOOL Chappaqua | 3.5 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10562 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,069
Median Home Value
$486,700
Median Rent
$2,118/mo
Population
33,700
College Educated
45.5%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
36.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
43.3
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| ACE ACADEMY FOR SCHOLARS AT THE GERALDINE FERRARO CAMPUS Ridgewood, NY | 7.9 |
| ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing, NY | 7.9 |
| CONCORD ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ardsley, NY | 7.9 |
| DANIEL WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Rochelle, NY | 7.9 |
| ERRICK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Tonawanda, NY | 7.9 |
| HILLSIDE GRADE SCHOOL New Hyde Park, NY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookside School
What grades does Brookside School serve?
Brookside School serves students in grades 1st through 2nd.
How many students attend Brookside School?
Brookside School has an enrollment of approximately 678 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookside School rank in NY?
Brookside School ranks #831 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brookside School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookside School has 75% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
Is Brookside School a charter school?
No, Brookside School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brookside School a Title I school?
No, Brookside School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookside School?
55.6% of students at Brookside 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
- 1st – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 678
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (914) 762-5780
Resources & Links
District
OSSINING UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,993
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,991
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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