Excellent
#605 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 18% in state
Brookside Elementary School
Elementary School · Worthington City
6700 Mcvey Blvd, Columbus, OH 43235
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#605 of 3,441
In Columbus
#13 of 224
public schools
In district
#8 of 19
Worthington City
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Brookside Elementary School
Brookside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Worthington City. Brookside Elementary School serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #605 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Brookside Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- OH avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Brookside Elementary School — Students at Brookside Elementary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 7.9/10.
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
6700 Mcvey Blvd, Columbus, OH 43235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bluffsview Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Evening Street Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Worthington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Worthington Hills Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Middle School Worthington | 0.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Perry Middle School Worthington | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTHSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbus | 0.4 mi | — |
| Worthington Kilbourne High School Worthington | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Bluffsview Elementary School Columbus | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Mccord Middle School Columbus | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Granby Elementary School Columbus | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Sutter Park Preschool Powell | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Liberty Elementary School Powell | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Worthington Hills Elementary School Columbus | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| LINWORTH CHILDRENS CENTER Columbus | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Ann Simpson Davis Middle School Dublin | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Worthington Estates Elementary School Worthington | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Olde Sawmill Elementary School Dublin | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Worthingway Middle School Worthington | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Gables Elementary School Columbus | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SMOKY ROW CHILDREN'S CENTER Powell | 2.3 mi | — |
| Thomas Worthington High School Worthington | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Evening Street Elementary School Worthington | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| TREE OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-DUBLIN Dublin | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,758
Median Home Value
$346,500
Median Rent
$1,412/mo
Population
45,171
College Educated
59.2%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
36.9
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|---|---|
| Arrowood Elementary Xenia, OH | 8.2 |
| Big Walnut Elementary School Sunbury, OH | 8.2 |
| Broadway Elementary School Tipp City, OH | 8.2 |
| Clay Elementary School Portsmouth, OH | 8.2 |
| Coventry Elementary School Akron, OH | 8.2 |
| Delta Elementary School Delta, OH | 8.2 |
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 343 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary School is 16.3:1. 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 OH?
Brookside Elementary School ranks #605 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Brookside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
25.9% 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
- 343
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.8%
- Phone
- (614) 450-5300
Resources & Links
District
Worthington City- District Enrollment
- 10,848
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,189
- District Rank
- #8 of 19
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