Excellent
#58 of 280 schools in VT
Top 20% in state
Brookside Primary School
Elementary School · Harwood Unified Union School District #60
47 Stowe Street, Waterbury, VT 05676
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#58 of 280
In Waterbury
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Harwood Unified Union School District #60
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Brookside Primary School
Brookside Primary School is a public elementary school in Waterbury, VT, part of Harwood Unified Union School District #60. Brookside Primary School serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #58 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Brookside Primary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.8
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Brookside Primary 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.
Score Breakdown
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Brookside Primary School — Students at Brookside Primary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from VT 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: 8.3/10.
How Brookside Primary School Compares
See how Brookside Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
47 Stowe Street, Waterbury, VT 05676
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rumney Memorial School (rated 9.6/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Middlesex), which scores notably higher. Another option is Doty Memorial School (rated 9.3/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Waitsfield Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Waitsfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waterbury, see our Waterbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crossett Brook Middle School Waterbury | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| STONE PATH ACADEMY Moretown | 4.5 mi | — |
| Harwood Union Middle/High School Moretown | 6.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Moretown Elementary School Moretown | 6.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Smilie Memorial Elementary School Bolton | 6.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Rumney Memorial School Middlesex | 7.5 mi | 9.6 |
| MOUNT MANSFIELD SKI CLUB & ACADEMY Stowe | 10.5 mi | — |
| Waitsfield Elementary School Waitsfield | 10.5 mi | 9.1 |
| TRUE NORTH WILDERNESS PROGRAM Waitsfield | 11.6 mi | — |
| GREEN MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL Waitsfield | 11.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Montpelier High School Montpelier | 9.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Main Street Middle School Montpelier | 10.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Union Elementary School Montpelier | 10.6 mi | 6.6 |
| THE NEW SCHOOL OF MONTPELIER Montpelier | 10.8 mi | 6.1 |
| THE PACEM SCHOOL Montpelier | 10.9 mi | — |
| Northfield Elementary School Northfield | 13.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Fayston Elementary School Fayston | 12.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Northfield Middle/High School Northfield | 13.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Doty Memorial School Worcester | 10.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Brewster Pierce School Huntington | 10.8 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05676 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,488
Median Home Value
$347,000
Median Rent
$1,083/mo
Population
4,894
College Educated
53.1%
Homeownership
66.3%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Flood Brook School Londonderry, VT | 8.0 |
| Founders Memorial School Essex Junction, VT | 8.0 |
| Hinesburg Community School Hinesburg, VT | 8.0 |
| C. P. Smith School Burlington, VT | 8.1 |
| Summit Street School Essex Junction, VT | 8.1 |
| Enosburg Falls Elementary School Enosburg Falls, VT | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookside Primary School
What grades does Brookside Primary School serve?
Brookside Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Brookside Primary School?
Brookside Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Primary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookside Primary School rank in VT?
Brookside Primary School ranks #58 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Brookside Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookside Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookside Primary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Brookside Primary School a charter school?
No, Brookside Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brookside Primary School a Title I school?
No, Brookside Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookside Primary School?
22.2% of students at Brookside Primary 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 409
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (802) 244-7195
Resources & Links
District
Harwood Unified Union School District #60- District Enrollment
- 1,790
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,132
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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