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#1803 of 2,648 schools in NC
Brightwood Elementary
Elementary School · Guilford County Schools
2001 Brightwood School Road, Greensboro, NC 27405
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,803 of 2,648
In Greensboro
#54 of 80
public schools
In district
#79 of 121
Guilford County Schools
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About Brightwood Elementary
Brightwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Greensboro, NC, part of Guilford County Schools. Brightwood Elementary serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Brightwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,803 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Brightwood Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Brightwood Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brightwood Elementary — Students at Brightwood Elementary score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.0/10.
How Brightwood Elementary Compares
See how Brightwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2001 Brightwood School Road, Greensboro, NC 27405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brightwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ronald E. McNair Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Browns Summit), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summit Creek Academy (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Browns Summit), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aggie Academy (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greensboro, see our Greensboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Summit Creek Academy Browns Summit | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Piedmont Classical High School Browns Summit | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Ronald E. McNair Elementary Browns Summit | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Rankin Elementary Greensboro | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Aggie Academy Greensboro | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Guilford Preparatory Academy Greensboro | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| IMPACT JOURNEY SCHOOL Greensboro | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| LIONHEART ACADEMY OF THE TRIAD Greensboro | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Ceasar Cone Elementary Greensboro | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Page High Greensboro | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Madison Elementary Mcleansville | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| SCALE School Greensboro | 3.8 mi | — |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greensboro | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Bessemer Elementary Greensboro | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Gateway Education Center Greensboro | 4.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Mendenhall Middle Greensboro | 3.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Middle College at GTCC-Greensboro Jamestown | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Herbin Metz Education Center Greensboro | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Otis L Hairston Sr Middle Greensboro | 4.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Reedy Fork Elementary Greensboro | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,498
Median Home Value
$150,600
Median Rent
$1,002/mo
Population
52,525
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.5%
Median Age
32.7
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| Black Mountain Primary Black Mountain, NC | 5.4 |
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| Clear Creek Elementary Hendersonville, NC | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brightwood Elementary
What grades does Brightwood Elementary serve?
Brightwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brightwood Elementary?
Brightwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brightwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brightwood Elementary is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brightwood Elementary rank in NC?
Brightwood Elementary ranks #1,803 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Brightwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brightwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Brightwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brightwood Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Brightwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Brightwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brightwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brightwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brightwood Elementary?
99.4% of students at Brightwood 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 478
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Guilford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (336) 375-2565
Resources & Links
District
Guilford County Schools- District Enrollment
- 67,832
- Schools in District
- 124
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,897
- District Rank
- #79 of 121
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