Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greenbrier Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenbrier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Greenbrier Elementary School's student population of 256 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greenbrier Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenbrier Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#240 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
3%
33%
White
81%
33%
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
32%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenbrier Elementary School's ranking?
Greenbrier Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Greenbrier Elementary School often compared to?
Greenbrier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockland Woods Elementary School, Boonsboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Greenbrier Elementary School?
256 students attend Greenbrier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Greenbrier Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenbrier Elementary School?
Greenbrier Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenbrier Elementary School offer ?
Greenbrier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenbrier Elementary School part of?
Greenbrier Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
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