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Brook Park Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 692 students

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4 stars

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Posted October 17, 2010

I have three children who have or are attending this school. Overall, the teachers are kind and attentive. The principal and superintendent have quickly responded to my inquiries or concerns. The advanced classes are terrific, and the district nurse goes above and beyond her job. We're lucky to have P.E. fourt times a week, art, music, band and several afterschool clubs. The regular curriculum could be more project-based and innovative; that is my one complaint. Even so, my children love their school, and I'm happy they're there.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 12, 2010

Very dedicated to our students and all of their various learning styles. Great teachers, wonderful staff and fun atmosphere to learn
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 18, 2010

When I switched to this school, all the teachers were very nice. I improved in all of my classes, especially writing. This is a very good school.


Posted April 27, 2010

The teachers, parents and faculty all work together to make the children and their education top priority. It is a wonderful school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 19, 2010

The teachers are wonderful. I switched from Catholic school and it was the best decision I ever made!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 17, 2010

the teachers and their staff are so helpful and the education is very high and first priority.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 7, 2009

My son is doing extremely well here. The teachers he's had have all been very accessible to us, their accelerated reading program is top notch, and the staff has responded quickly to our questions and concerns. The classroom website is updated weekly and my wife and I never feel as if we're missing anything. An excellent school and my daughter can't wait to start kindergarten next year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 25, 2008

We've had a lot of dropouts in communication as well. It's hard to get returned calls or emails. We have another child in RB and the difference between the 2 schools are amazing. With RB, I never have to go hunting for info. The site is always up to date. Brook Park's website doesn't even have the correct staff listed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 11, 2008

I haven't had massive communication with the front office, but each time it's been handled quickly and effectively. Mr. Sorensen the principal isn't perfect, but who is? I have two children in Brook Park, and so far it's been a great experience -
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 10, 2008

The new principal leaves a lot to be desired for leadership. Most emails and phone messages go without response. Communication through the school is lacking in all areas. Since half the students come from divorced homes, they need a better strategy for communication.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2012.

353 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
91%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

353 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
83%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2012.

353 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

353 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
89%
Science

The state average for Science was 80% in 2012.

121 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 84% in 2012.

353 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
87%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 78% in 2012.

353 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
84%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
Multiracialn/a
White100%
Low income100%
Non-low income100%
Students with disabilities (IEP)100%
Students without disabilities100%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students95%
Female96%
Male93%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic91%
Multiracialn/a
White97%
Low income95%
Non-low income94%
Students with disabilities (IEP)75%
Students without disabilities98%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students98%
Female98%
Male96%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic94%
Multiracialn/a
White99%
Low income92%
Non-low income99%
Students with disabilities (IEP)100%
Students without disabilities97%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students92%
Female94%
Male91%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic91%
Multiracialn/a
White93%
Low income85%
Non-low income95%
Students with disabilities (IEP)58%
Students without disabilities96%
English language learnersn/a

Science

All Students95%
Female97%
Male93%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic94%
Multiracialn/a
White95%
Low income92%
Non-low income96%
Students with disabilities (IEP)75%
Students without disabilities97%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students90%
Female93%
Male87%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White92%
Low income86%
Non-low income91%
Students with disabilities (IEP)50%
Students without disabilities94%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students87%
Female93%
Male81%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White90%
Low income71%
Non-low income92%
Students with disabilities (IEP)50%
Students without disabilities92%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 83% 53%
Hispanic 13% 21%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 4%
Black 1% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher resources

Foreign languages spoken by school staff Spanish
Read more about programs at this school
Source: Manually entered by a school official.

Special education / special needs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus
  • Special education

Arts & music

Music
  • Band

Language learning

Foreign languages spoken by staff
  • Spanish

Gifted & talented

Instructional and/or curriculum models used
  • Gifted / high performing
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

School start time
  • 8:00am
School end time
  • 2:45pm
School Leader's name
  • Mr. Michael Sorensen
Fax number
  • (708) 354-3146

Programs

Instructional and/or curriculum models used

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  • Gifted / high performing
Specific academic themes or areas of focus

Don't understand these terms?
  • Special education

Resources

Foreign languages spoken by staff
  • Spanish
School leaders can update this information here.

Arts & music

Music
  • Band
School leaders can update this information here.

School culture

Dress Code
  • Dress code
School leaders can update this information here.

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1214 Raymond Ave
La Grange Park, IL 60526
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Phone: (708) 354-3740

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