Very Good
#500 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 22% in state
Brookside Elementary
Elementary School · Shoreline School District
17447 37th Avenue N.E., Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#500 of 2,228
In Lake Forest Park
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#9 of 17
Shoreline School District
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Brookside Elementary
Elementary School in Lake Forest Park · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brookside Elementary
Brookside Elementary is a public elementary school in Lake Forest Park, WA, part of Shoreline School District. Brookside Elementary serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #500 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Brookside Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.3
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Brookside Elementary — Students at Brookside Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Brookside Elementary Compares
See how Brookside Elementary 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
17447 37th Avenue N.E., Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cascade K-8 Community School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores notably higher. Another option is Briarcrest Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Olympic Hills Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Seattle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Forest Park, see our Lake Forest Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest Park Elementary Lake Forest Park | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Briarcrest Elementary Shoreline | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Kellogg Middle School Shoreline | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Shorecrest High School Shoreline | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Home Education Exchange Shoreline | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Cascade K-8 Community School Shoreline | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| SHORELINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shoreline | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Fircrest Residential Habilitation Shoreline | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC CLASSICAL SCHOOL Shoreline | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| LAKE FOREST PARK MONTESSORI Shoreline | 1.6 mi | — |
| Ridgecrest Elementary Shoreline | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Cedar Park Elementary School Seattle | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Brier Elementary Brier | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Olympic Hills Elementary School Seattle | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Handicapped Contractual Services Shoreline | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Seattle | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Kenmore Middle School Kenmore | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Challenge Elementary Mtlk Terrace | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Terrace Park Elementary Mtlk Terrace | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Cedar Way Elementary Mtlk Terrace | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,911
Median Home Value
$758,000
Median Rent
$2,016/mo
Population
35,906
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PUGET SOUND Mercer Island, WA | 7.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Kennewick, WA | 7.8 |
| Highland Park Elementary School Seattle, WA | 7.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 7.8 |
| Meridian Elementary School Kent, WA | 7.8 |
| Mission View Elementary School Wenatchee, WA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookside Elementary
What grades does Brookside Elementary serve?
Brookside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Brookside Elementary?
Brookside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Elementary is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookside Elementary rank in WA?
Brookside Elementary ranks #500 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Brookside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookside Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Brookside Elementary a charter school?
No, Brookside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brookside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brookside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookside Elementary?
28.6% of students at Brookside Elementary 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
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (206) 393-4140
Resources & Links
District
Shoreline School District- District Enrollment
- 9,612
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,316
- District Rank
- #9 of 17
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