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Very Good

#1006 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 29% in state

Brookside Middle School

Middle School · Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City

1662 Harris Rd, Sheffield Village, OH 44054

Enrollment

253

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

7.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,006 of 3,441

In Sheffield Village

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Brookside Middle School

7.5/10

Middle School in Sheffield Village · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Brookside High School

5.4/10

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7.0/10

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About Brookside Middle School

Brookside Middle School is a public middle school in Sheffield Village, OH, part of Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City. Brookside Middle School serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,006 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Brookside Middle School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above OH schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Brookside Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

30% of students at Brookside Middle School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,832
Chronic Absenteeism30.4%

Brookside Middle School — Students at Brookside Middle School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
64.6%
ELA
64.3%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Brookside Middle School Compares

See how Brookside Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
71th percentile in OH
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1662 Harris Rd, Sheffield Village, OH 44054

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brookside Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Troy Intermediate Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Avon Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Avon Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Avon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Southview Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Lorain), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sheffield Village, see our Sheffield Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Brookside High School Sheffield Village 0.0 mi 5.4
Brookside Intermediate School Sheffield Village 0.1 mi 7.0
Knollwood Elementary School Sheffield Village 1.1 mi 5.8
Sheffield Academy Sheffield Village 1.0 mi 7.7
NORTHERN OHIO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Sheffield Lake 1.5 mi 5.5
Forestlawn Early Learning Center Sheffield Lake 1.4 mi 9.6
Palm Elementary School Lorain 2.3 mi 4.3
Summit Academy Community School Alternative Learners-Lorain Lorain 2.6 mi 7.4
Helen Steiner Rice ES Lorain 2.8 mi 6.2
Southview Middle School Lorain 3.0 mi 5.3
Larkmoor Elementary School Lorain 2.5 mi 5.9
Vincent Elementary School Lorain 3.6 mi 5.0
AVON MONTESSORI ACADEMY Avon 2.9 mi
Stevan Dohanos Elementary School Lorain 3.2 mi 3.6
Longfellow Middle School Lorain 3.1 mi 4.5
Westview Elementary School Avon Lake 3.5 mi 8.9
Avon Middle School Avon 3.4 mi 7.9
Avon High School Avon 3.5 mi 7.5
ST MARY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Avon 3.5 mi 6.2
Troy Intermediate Elementary School Avon Lake 3.7 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,151

Median Home Value

$177,600

Median Rent

$1,059/mo

Population

12,733

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

75.8%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

45.8

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Kirtland Middle School Kirtland, OH 7.5
The Bridgeport School DIstrict - Middle School Bridgeport, OH 7.5
Fairbanks Middle School Milford Center, OH 7.6
Genoa Area Middle School Genoa, OH 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brookside Middle School

What grades does Brookside Middle School serve?

Brookside Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Brookside Middle School?

Brookside Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Middle School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brookside Middle School rank in OH?

Brookside Middle School ranks #1,006 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Brookside Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brookside Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookside Middle School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Brookside Middle School a charter school?

No, Brookside Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brookside Middle School a Title I school?

No, Brookside Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookside Middle School?

41.9% of students at Brookside Middle 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Lorain County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

District

Sheffield-Sheffield Lake City
District Enrollment
1,548
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,832
District Rank
#2 of 5

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