Excellent
#114 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 2% in state
Brookside School
Elementary School · YORKTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
2285 BROAD ST, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Yorktown Heights
#1 of 9
public schools
New York elementary schools
#86 of 2,549
In district
#1 of 5
YORKTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Brookside School
Brookside School serves 506 kindergarten through third-grade students in Yorktown Heights, New York. The school earns a composite score of 9.3 out of 10, placing it in Exceptional territory — the site's top rating. Growth leads the individual metrics at 9.6 out of 10, with academics close behind at 8.7 out of 10.
Those numbers put Brookside among New York's very best: #18 out of 4,742 public schools statewide, and #15 among 2,552 elementary schools in New York. By the site's composite measure, it outperforms 100% of public schools in the state. Within Yorktown Heights, it ranks first among all nine public schools.
Brookside operates with a student-teacher ratio of 11.2 to 1. That ratio gives classroom teachers meaningful individual contact time — a structural advantage for the kind of growth performance reflected in the school's scores. This is a regular public school with no selective admissions.
Families in the Yorktown Heights attendance zone gain direct access to a top-15 elementary program in New York without an application or lottery.
Score Breakdown
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Brookside School — Students at Brookside School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY NYSED (2020-21)
Based on 6 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Brookside School Compares
See how Brookside School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 72% (2019) to 77% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 67% (2019) to 92% (2021).
Location
2285 BROAD ST, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRIMROSE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Lincolndale), with a comparable rating. Another option is CROMPOND SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MOHANSIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Yorktown Heights, see our Yorktown Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PUTNAM-WESTCHESTER BOCES Yorktown Heights | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MILDRED E STRANG MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| MOHANSIC SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| CROMPOND SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| LAKELAND-COPPER BEECH MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| YESHIVA FARM SETTLEMENT SCHOOL Mount Kisco | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| TALMUD TORAH BAIS YECHIEL-NITRA Mount Kisco | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| LAKELAND HIGH SCHOOL Shrub Oak | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL Lincolndale | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| IVES SCHOOL Lincolndale | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| SOMERS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lincolndale | 3.9 mi | 8.2 |
| WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
| SEVEN BRIDGES MIDDLE SCHOOL Chappaqua | 5.5 mi | 8.3 |
| LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crompond | 4.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MAHOPAC HIGH SCHOOL Mahopac | 5.6 mi | 6.1 |
| MAHOPAC MIDDLE SCHOOL Mahopac | 5.9 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10598 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$163,040
Median Home Value
$591,300
Median Rent
$2,286/mo
Population
28,894
College Educated
57.6%
Homeownership
88.5%
Avg Commute
39.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
45.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Brookside School has a median household income of $163,040. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $591,300, with a median rent of $2,286/month. The local poverty rate of 3.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa, NY | 8.9 |
| BRONXVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronxville, NY | 8.9 |
| CHARLES CAMPAGNE SCHOOL Bethpage, NY | 8.9 |
| HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings on Hudson, NY | 8.9 |
| PS 107 Bronx, NY | 8.9 |
| PS 111 ADOLPH S OCHS New York, NY | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookside School
What grades does Brookside School serve?
Brookside School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Brookside School?
Brookside School has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookside School rank in NY?
Brookside School is ranked #114 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is Brookside School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookside School has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brookside School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Brookside School has 75.7% math proficiency and 83.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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?
11.1% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 506
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Phone
- (914) 243-8000
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
YORKTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,457
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,470
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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