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Greenwood Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 545 students

 
 
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4 stars

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Posted June 23, 2011

I have had children in Greenwood for several years now and couldn't be more pleased with the teachers, environment and administration. This school has helped my children excel and thrive. My children earn high marks and are working well above grade level with much thanks to their good teachers and a fantastic PTA and community of volunteers. Greenwood ES is truly a top notch school. Without hesitation, I would recommend this school and its cluster to anyone looking for a great school and community.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 19, 2011

My daughter is Currently in 2nd grade here and we are very happy with the school. Even when we were having some issues with a teacher the principal was very responsive. The have a great readin n accelerated math program! My daughter is overall very happy here. I do feel that PE could more games, but overall we are very satisfied with the school and we will be sending our youngest there for kindergarten next year.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 26, 2009

My child finished kindergarten and we are amazed at what she has learned. There is a warm, safe and scholastically challenging environment fostered at this school and the kids are responding. This is a top notch school and a big part of an excellent school system.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 12, 2009

My child is struggling to learn. When she began Kindergarten I was impressed with most of the team who came together to get her what she needed. However, all the great elements of that team are gone and I no longer feel as though we are partners. The principal has been a non-player. Her teacher is non-communicative. No, I do not think this is a good school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 13, 2008

Teachers seem dedicated and interested in the children. There is not a whole lot of differentiated instruction, but the kids are learning. There is no follow-through from the principal.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 22, 2008

Our first-grade son loves school. The environment is welcoming for the kids and parents. I'm always impressed at the amount of parent involvement and volunteering at Greenwood.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 11, 2008

My second grade son has really struggled in school and all of his teachers have been phenomenal. Their dedication far exceeds any of the private schools I attended as a child.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 4, 2006

When our daughter was a 'bit' behind, the admin staff really pulled together with us and fixed the issue. Being in education, I can tell you this is one of the best.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 14, 2005

My daughter had a great experience at Greenwood. The teachers were great. The administration was okay. The prinicipal was new. The VP was not very helpful when we had a problem. Although the teachers made up for any problems we had with the administration. I would highly recommend it.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2012.

106 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2012.

106 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 90% in 2012.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

103 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
82%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

103 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
>=95%

2008

 
 
96%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2012.

100 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
84%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 70% 43%
Asian 10% 6%
Hispanic 9% 12%
Black 6% 36%
Two or more races 5% 3%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 6%N/A40%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 19N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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3336 Gold Mine Rd
Brookeville, MD 20833
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