Serving 196 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greenbriar Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenbriar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Greenbriar Elementary School's student population of 196 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greenbriar Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenbriar Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1538 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
58%
27%
Black
32%
17%
White
10%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenbriar Elementary School's ranking?
Greenbriar Elementary School is ranked #1538 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Greenbriar Elementary School often compared to?
Greenbriar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garfield Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Greenbriar Elementary School?
196 students attend Greenbriar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Greenbriar Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenbriar Elementary School?
Greenbriar Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenbriar Elementary School offer ?
Greenbriar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Greenbriar Elementary School part of?
Greenbriar Elementary School is part of Chicago Heights SD 170 School District.
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