Brookhill Elementary School ranked #149 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #62 in 2015 but remaining within the top 20% statewide in overall and math proficiency categories.
Math proficiency at Brookhill was 45–49%, higher than the state average of about 30% over recent years, while reading proficiency was 70–74%, higher than the state average of about 47%.
Enrollment increased from 265 students in 2019 to 366 in 2023, with minority enrollment around 34%; free lunch eligibility fluctuated near 37%, indicating moderate socioeconomic diversity.
The school served grades K through 3 with 348 students in the latest count and maintained a student–teacher ratio of approximately 17:1.
Science proficiency was 40% in 2022, slightly higher than the state average of 38%, showing stable performance in this subject area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Athens area, with most students living within a 10-12 min. drive (avg. 4.5 mi., furthest 9.3 mi.).
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookhill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Brookhill Elementary School's student population of 348 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering all students for lifelong success.
School Rankings
Brookhill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookhill Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#149 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
18%
32%
White
66%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookhill Elementary School's ranking?
Brookhill Elementary School is ranked #149 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Brookhill Elementary School often compared to?
Brookhill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James L Cowart Elementary School, Julian Newman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Brookhill Elementary School?
348 students attend Brookhill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Brookhill Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookhill Elementary School?
Brookhill Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brookhill Elementary School offer ?
Brookhill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brookhill Elementary School part of?
Brookhill Elementary School is part of Athens City School District.
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