Serving 492 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Greenbriar Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenbriar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greenbriar Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
the Grizzly Way of being Responsible, Respectful, and Safe!
School Mascot
Grizzly
School Rankings
Greenbriar Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenbriar Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1346 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
52%
13%
White
15%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzly
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenbriar Elementary School's ranking?
Greenbriar Elementary School is ranked #1346 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Greenbriar Elementary School often compared to?
Greenbriar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Greenbriar Elementary School?
492 students attend Greenbriar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Greenbriar Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenbriar Elementary School?
Greenbriar Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Greenbriar Elementary School offer ?
Greenbriar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenbriar Elementary School part of?
Greenbriar Elementary School is part of MSD Washington Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenbriar Elementary School located?
Greenbriar Elementary School is located in the Washington Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Washington Township.
School Reviews
5 8/12/2018
We have been a family we this school for 6 years, and our children are having a great experience. The teachers are caring and talented, there are dozens of extra activities for students with varied interests, and the school leaders are always available.
2 5/10/2010
This school is not prepared to provide kids with a good education
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