Serving 654 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greenbrier Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenbrier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Greenbrier Elementary School's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greenbrier Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenbrier Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
8%
36%
White
76%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenbrier Elementary School's ranking?
Greenbrier Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Greenbrier Elementary School?
654 students attend Greenbrier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Greenbrier Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenbrier Elementary School?
Greenbrier Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenbrier Elementary School offer ?
Greenbrier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Greenbrier Elementary School part of?
Greenbrier Elementary School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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