Overview

Brookside Elementary School is a public school in Big Rapids, MI. It is one of 4 elementary schools in Big Rapids Public Schools.

School Rating

Brookside Elementary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Michigan with the same grade levels.
4/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Students With Disabilities

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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4 Reviews
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Neighborhood

210 Escott Street
Big Rapids, MI 49307
School leader: Ms Kara Schafer
(231) 796-8323
(231) 592-3496
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School attendance zone
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  • 7 /10
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  • NA
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  • 3 /10
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  • NA
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  • NA
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    0 (0 Reviews)
  • 4 /10
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  • NA
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  • 8 /10
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  • 8 /10
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  • 7 /10
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    0 (0 Reviews)
  • 7 /10
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    Public charter; 6-12
    5.0 (1 Review)
  • 6 /10
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    Public district; 5-8
    3.5 (2 Reviews)
  • 6 /10
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    2.8 (5 Reviews)
  • 5 /10
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    Public district; PK, K-4
    3.0 (1 Review)
  • 5 /10
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    1.0 (2 Reviews)
  • 5 /10
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    13.9 miles
    Public district; PK, K-4
    4.0 (1 Review)
  • 4 /10
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    11.34 miles
    Public district; 6-8
    4.0 (4 Reviews)
  • 4 /10
    Big Rapids Middle School
    0.81 miles
    Public district; 5-8
    3.0 (2 Reviews)