Public Charter • PK-8
Brookside Charter School
Our Mission
We empower students to be leaders of their tomorrow. We develop leaders who bravely make the world a more just place. We nurture the whole child, instill a growth mindset, and foster cultural competence.
Points of Pride
School Details
Tuition
Demographics
Feeder Schools
19%
Receive Special Ed Services
14%
English Language Learners
Specialized Programs
Arts Programs
- Band
- Drawing
- Drum/Percussion
- Instrumental Music
- Literature
- Painting
- Sculpture
- Visual Arts
- Vocal Music
Sports Programs
- Basketball (Boys)
- Basketball (Girls)
- Cheerleading (Boys)
- Cheerleading (Girls)
- Football
- Track and Field (Boys)
- Track and Field (Girls)
- Volleyball (Girls)
- Yoga
Clubs & Activities
- Book Club
- Coding
- Debate
- Environmental Club
- Math Team
- National Honor Society
- Peer Counseling
- Robotics
- Spirit Squad
- Student Government
- Yoga
Social Services
- BackSnack Program
- Dental Services
- Health Clinic
- Interpreters
- Learning Support Specialists
- School Breakfast
- School Counselor
- School Lunch
- School Nurse
- Social Worker
- Therapist
- Vision Services
Family Engagement
- Classroom Volunteers
- Evening Family Events
- Family Appreciation Events
- Field Trip Chaperone
- Parent Communication App
- Parent Education Programs
- Parent-Community Association
- Parent-Teacher Association
- Parent-Teacher Conferences
- Schoolwide Volunteers
Application Details
Although many schools have application deadlines, most continue to accept applications for available seats on an ongoing basis.
How to Apply
Brookside Charter is one the Kansas City schools working together to simplify their initial application process into one easy 8-question form – SchoolAppKC – that you can fill out on any electronic device.
*Note: If Brookside Charter does not have space, you may choose to remain on their waiting list.
Admission Preferences
- Siblings
- Alumni
Apply to Brookside
Apply: http://www.schoolappkc.org
Enrollment Requirements
- Completed application
- Birth Certificate
- Current Immunization Record or Religious Exemption Statement
- Most recent report card/transcript (not required for kindergarten applicants)
Public schools also require:
- Proof of Address (also called “Proof of Residency”)
- Parent or guardian photo ID
Standardized Test Results
English
* Indicates data has been suppressed due to a small student sample.
Math
* Indicates data has been suppressed due to a small student sample.
Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) tests are scored (or graded) according to four achievement levels: Below Basic, Basic, Proficient, and Advanced. The number shown here is the percentage of students who scored Proficient or Advanced. When comparing scores between years, please remember that the test Missouri gives has changed several times.
Please note that private schools are not required to participate in these exams.
In 2019, the average English score in Missouri was 48.7%; the average Math score was 41.9%, source
Attendance Rate 90/90
73%
Schools strive to have at least 90% of their students achieve a 90% attendance rate because kids learn best when they’re in school.
In 2019, 87.3% of Missouri students were in attendance at least 90% of the time, source.
Third Grade Reading Scores
21%
Third grade is the important time when kids switch from learning to read to reading to learn and is an important benchmark for a student’s educational development.
In 2019, the average 3rd grade reading score in Missouri was 48.7%, source
Student Growth
English Language Arts
Exceeding
This data determines if individual students, compared to their peers, are making achievement gains over time in English Language Arts.
There are three categories possible: Floor (minimum), On Track (doing just fine), and Exceeding (outperforming their peers).
Mathematics
Exceeding
This data determines if individual students, compared to their peers, are making achievement gains over time in Mathematics.
There are three categories possible: Floor (minimum), On Track (doing just fine), and Exceeding (outperforming their peers).
Raelyn Douglas, Brookside Parent
My daughter is in 1st grade at Brookside Charter School. She’s been at Brookside since the summer before her kindergarten year. She loves Brookside because everyone is so friendly and helpful. Sending your child to school is scary, but when we walked into Brookside, I automatically knew my daughter was in a safe and secure place. We met teachers, toured the classroom, and I knew she was going to be just fine. My daughter has loved all of her teachers! They always communicate and ask parents to be involved in what’s going on. They want you to participate in everything from the classroom to events and even Brookside Bear games.
Brookside Charter has always been welcoming and patient, which is very important and for you and your child. Someone is always there to support you and your student. Before and after school care is very helpful, too. Mornings and afternoons can be a little busy for me! Brookside is always clean and organized. It shows they care about the building and teach the students to care as well. Brookside Charter staff makes sure they are fully aware of who is in and out of the building. It’s safe for all of our kids and staff.
I love Brookside!! The staff is dedicated. The curriculum is rigorous, too. I mean, I wasn’t reading like these students when I was in kindergarten! I have recommended Brookside Charter to a lot of my friends and they have enrolled their kids, too. It’s a great school community!
We are proud Brookside Bears!!
Jana Jackson, Brookside Parent
“My sons Avery and Malcolm (currently grades 5 & 8 respectively) have been Brookside scholars since pre-K, and I am proud of my choice. I love the partnership I have forged with Brookside staff members and other parents. Class instructors contribute daily to the personal and academic development of my children. Malcolm required intervention for speech development concerns and Avery struggled with reading confidence during 1st and 2nd grade. Their teachers empowered them to choose their approach to adversity and celebrated with them as they overcame their individual obstacles. Children are referred to by name and are held accountable by ALL staff members during and outside of class time, which instills the sense of community I remember from my early school days. I am continually thankful for Brookside’s investment in the future of my young leaders!! “