The top reported proficiency rate is 51% in Science. The lowest is 38% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Brookhaven School
Brookhaven School is a large elementary school in Eagle Mountain, part of the Alpine District. It serves students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, and it operates as a regular public, non-charter school. The school has a substantial enrollment, reflecting the rapid growth of the community it serves.
Eagle Mountain itself is a fast-growing, master-planned suburb. It is overwhelmingly residential and car-dependent, with no traditional downtown. The population is young and family-oriented, and the housing market reflects intense demand, with home values and rents that are high relative to national averages. The city is actively adding commercial and industrial zones, but most residents commute elsewhere for work. This context matters for a family considering Brookhaven: the neighborhood is built around subdivisions and parks rather than a walkable center, and the area is experiencing continual change as new housing goes up.
Academically, the school's state assessment results present a mixed picture. In English language arts, the proficiency rate falls below the midpoint when compared with other districts in Utah County, and math proficiency is also below that county-wide midpoint. Science proficiency is higher, landing around the middle of the pack. The overall proficiency index for the school, which averages these subjects, places Brookhaven below the midpoint among the county's districts. A parent considering the school may want to look into this further, particularly in reading and math, and ask how the school supports students who are not yet at the proficient level. The data available does not include breakdowns for student subgroups, special education, or English learner status, so a parent with a child in one of those groups would need to follow up directly with the school.
The student body is predominantly white, with a Hispanic population representing a modest share. A relatively small portion of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a generally higher-income community overall. The school does not serve high school grades, so there is no graduation rate to report. No data was available on chronic absenteeism or discipline, which are gaps a parent may wish to inquire about.
The school's environment is shaped by its district context, which is in the middle of a major reorganization. In a recent election, voters approved a plan to split the Alpine School District into three separate entities starting in a coming school year. Brookhaven will fall under the new "West" district, which will include Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, Cedar Fort, and Fairfield. This means that by the time a current kindergartner reaches sixth grade, the school will be operating under a different governance structure with new boundaries, a new school board, and potentially different property tax implications. Families planning to stay in the area long-term should be aware that the district split is a live, consequential issue that will reshape everything from school board representation to attendance zones.
For a family evaluating Brookhaven, the central tradeoffs are clear. The school sits in a high-demand housing market in a community that is still building out its infrastructure and commercial base. The academic results on state tests are below the county average in core subjects, which is a soft spot worth investigating directly. The community is young, growing, and oriented around suburban family life, with extensive trail systems and parks. The school's size is large for an elementary school, which may be a consideration for families who prefer a smaller setting. The pending district split adds a layer of future uncertainty about how the school will be administered and funded. Ultimately, Brookhaven fits a family that is comfortable with a large, suburban elementary school in a fast-growing exurb, who will want to engage the school on academic support in reading and math, and who is prepared for the coming changes in school governance.
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