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Education

Wisconsin is always at or near the top in national educational rankings, and the Elmbrook School District consistently ranks among the top five to 10 school districts in the state. Newsweek magazine ranks both high schools in the district among the top 1,000 high schools in the nation, based on participation and accomplishment on Advanced Placement examinations. In 2007 Elmbrook high school students had an average ACT score of 24.5, and 87 percent of students passed the Advanced Placement Exam, qualifying them for college credit in these courses.

The mission of the School District of Elmbrook is to educate and inspire every student to think, to learn and to succeed. This mission is delivered in two high schools (grades nine to twelve), two middle schools (grades six to eight), six elementary schools (grades kindergarten to fifth), and a regional magnet school for students with special needs. The district serves about 6,800 resident students from the City of Brookfield, the Village of Elm Grove, portions of the Town of Brookfield and City of New Berlin, and about 700 nonresident students.

In 2002, the District completed construction of two new elementary schools and is currently embarked on a recently approved $62 million renovation of the two high schools.

Co-curricular activities are considered an important part of the educational environment in the Elmbrook District. In addition to renovation of all academic classrooms and completion of new state-of-the-art science labs, these “like new” high schools will have expanded athletic, drama and music facilities. In 2007, Elmbrook high schools were state champions in girls track and field and state qualifiers in boys tennis, golf, basketball and girls basketball. In addition to many club opportunities, students participating in music and debate programs are often recognized at the state and national level. For additional information, go to www.elmbrookschools.org.

In addition to the great public schools, there are also a number of excellent independent, private and parochial schools available in the area that provide educational options for parents moving to the area.

The Brookfield Public Library

Whether you are looking for information for a school assignment, advice for your business or home project, a movie to enjoy, or the latest bestseller to read or listen to, the Brookfield Public Library is “Where to go when you want to know!”

The library has an extensive reference section and circulating collection of books, magazines, videocassettes, DVDs, CD-ROMs, E-books, audiocassettes, books-on-tape, compact discs, books-on-CD, Cliff Notes, Playaways, and online databases including e-audio books (books downloadable to your PC, laptop or MP3 player) — providing an invaluable resource to the community and all its residents.

In addition to these resources, the library provides Reference and Readers’ Advisory assistance, meeting rooms, AV/study/computer rooms, services for those with special needs, and Internet access from our computers, as well as wireless access from your own laptop. Visit the library’s website at www.brookfieldlibrary.com to browse the online catalog, place holds, check holdings, renew materials, and sign-up to receive newsletters and pre-overdue notification via e-mail.

The library also conducts a variety of programs throughout the year for children, teens, adults and families. These programs include computer and Internet classes, a variety of book groups for all interests and ages, and other special programs. The Children’s Department promotes reading readiness through storytimes for all ages, school visits, puppet shows, craft programs, summer reading programs, reading contests and special holiday events.