Excellent
#205 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 8% in state
General Greene Elementary
Elementary School · Guilford County Schools
1501 Benjamin Parkway, Greensboro, NC 27408
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#205 of 2,648
In Greensboro
#8 of 80
public schools
In district
#13 of 121
Guilford County Schools
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About General Greene Elementary
General Greene Elementary is a public elementary school in Greensboro, NC, part of Guilford County Schools. General Greene Elementary serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. General Greene Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for General Greene Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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General Greene Elementary — Students at General Greene Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.8%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How General Greene Elementary Compares
See how General Greene 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
1501 Benjamin Parkway, Greensboro, NC 27408
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering General Greene Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sternberger Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Brooks Global Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John Van Lindley Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Greensboro, see our Greensboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| James Y Joyner Elementary Greensboro | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Irving Park Elementary Greensboro | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Kiser Middle Greensboro | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Sternberger Elementary Greensboro | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Brooks Global Elementary Greensboro | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| THE CONVENANT SCHOOL Greensboro | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| BNAI SHALOM DAY SCHOOL Greensboro | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Grimsley High Greensboro | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Claxton Elementary Greensboro | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| John Van Lindley Elementary Greensboro | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greensboro | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Mendenhall Middle Greensboro | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| UNCG Early/Middle College Greensboro | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Morehead Elementary Greensboro | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greensboro | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| GC Middle College High Greensboro | 2.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Page High Greensboro | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| GREENSBORO DAY SCHOOL Greensboro | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Philip J Weaver Ed Center Greensboro | 3.0 mi | 9.3 |
| LIONHEART ACADEMY OF THE TRIAD Greensboro | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27408 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,524
Median Home Value
$331,000
Median Rent
$1,139/mo
Population
16,229
College Educated
64.7%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
44.4
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| Casar Elementary Casar, NC | 8.5 |
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| Clement Elementary Autryville, NC | 8.5 |
| East Robeson Primary Lumberton, NC | 8.5 |
| Estes Hills Elementary Chapel Hill, NC | 8.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about General Greene Elementary
What grades does General Greene Elementary serve?
General Greene Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend General Greene Elementary?
General Greene Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at General Greene Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at General Greene Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does General Greene Elementary rank in NC?
General Greene Elementary ranks #205 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is General Greene Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
General Greene Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 General Greene Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, General Greene Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is General Greene Elementary a charter school?
No, General Greene Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is General Greene Elementary a Title I school?
No, General Greene Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for General Greene Elementary?
45.8% of students at General Greene 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Guilford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.8%
- Phone
- (336) 545-2015
Resources & Links
District
Guilford County Schools- District Enrollment
- 67,832
- Schools in District
- 124
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,897
- District Rank
- #13 of 121
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