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#71 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 5% in state

Greenwood Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

3336 Gold Mine Rd, Brookeville, MD 20833

Enrollment

543

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#71 of 1,363

In district

#25 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Greenwood Elementary

9.1/10

Elementary School in Brookeville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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9.3/10

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About Greenwood Elementary

Greenwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Brookeville, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Greenwood Elementary serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #71 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Greenwood Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.4% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.7% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+36.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.6 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism10.9%

Greenwood Elementary — Students at Greenwood Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 74.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
71%
2025
Math
66.4%
ELA
75.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

How Greenwood Elementary Compares

See how Greenwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
95th percentile in MD
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3336 Gold Mine Rd, Brookeville, MD 20833

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belmont Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Olney), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cashell Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Rockville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sequoyah Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Derwood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brookeville, see our Brookeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Olney 0.7 mi 7.3
Belmont Elementary Olney 0.9 mi 9.3
Brooke Grove Elementary Olney 0.9 mi 8.1
Olney Elementary Olney 1.1 mi 7.7
ST PETER'S SCHOOL Olney 1.1 mi 5.8
Rosa M. Parks Middle Olney 1.0 mi 7.6
OLNEY ADVENTIST PREPARATORY Olney 1.0 mi 7.3
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL HIGH SCHOOL Olney 2.0 mi 5.4
Cashell Elementary Rockville 2.2 mi 8.6
Sherwood Elementary Sandy Spring 2.0 mi 7.7
William H. Farquhar Middle Olney 2.4 mi 8.1
WASHINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olney 3.1 mi 7.2
Sherwood High Sandy Spring 2.7 mi 7.5
SANDY SPRINGS FRIENDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandy Spring 3.0 mi 7.2
COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF MARYLAND Brookeville 3.4 mi 7.9
NORBECK MONTESSORI CENTER Rockville 3.9 mi
Sequoyah Elementary Derwood 3.4 mi 8.3
ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Rockville 4.0 mi 6.3
Col. Zadok Magruder High Rockville 3.7 mi 7.3
Flower Valley Elementary Rockville 4.4 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20833 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$203,631

Median Home Value

$762,200

Median Rent

$2,254/mo

Population

7,868

College Educated

65%

Homeownership

95.8%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

47.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenwood Elementary

What grades does Greenwood Elementary serve?

Greenwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Greenwood Elementary?

Greenwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Elementary is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greenwood Elementary rank in MD?

Greenwood Elementary ranks #71 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Greenwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Greenwood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenwood Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Greenwood Elementary a charter school?

No, Greenwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Greenwood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Greenwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greenwood Elementary?

12.9% of students at Greenwood Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

District

Montgomery County Public Schools
District Enrollment
160,223
Schools in District
211
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,456
District Rank
#25 of 206

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