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Greenbrae Elementary

Elementary School · Washoe County

1840 4TH STREET, Sparks, NV 89431

Enrollment

334

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nevada schools

#445 of 691

In Sparks

#22 of 35

public schools

In district

#69 of 109

Washoe County

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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5.7/10

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

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About Greenbrae Elementary

Greenbrae Elementary is a public elementary school in Sparks, NV, part of Washoe County. Greenbrae Elementary serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenbrae Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #445 of 691 schools in NV.

Structured state assessment records for Greenbrae Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NV avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.1% (2025 SBAC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.4% (2025 SBAC)
Math vs. State Avg-11.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 SBAC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 SBAC)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,870
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

Greenbrae Elementary — Students at Greenbrae Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NV SBAC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.6% (2025 SBAC)
ELA Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (2025 SBAC)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
65%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
24.1%
ELA
29.4%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Greenbrae Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in NV
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

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

1840 4TH STREET, Sparks, NV 89431

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenbrae Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FLORENCE DRAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mater Academy of Northern Nevada (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Reno), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROBERT MITCHELL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sparks, see our Sparks schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
FLORENCE DRAKE ELEMENTARY Sparks 0.5 mi 9.0
GEORGE L. DILWORTH S.T.E.M ACADEMY Sparks 0.5 mi 5.3
LINCOLN PARK ELEMENTARY Sparks 0.7 mi 4.3
LENA JUNIPER ELEMENTARY Sparks 0.9 mi 7.0
ALICE MAXWELL ELEMENTARY Sparks 0.8 mi 7.2
ROBERT MITCHELL ELEMENTARY Sparks 0.9 mi 7.4
SPARKS HIGH SCHOOL Sparks 0.9 mi 3.1
EXCEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sparks 1.0 mi 6.9
SPARKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Sparks 1.1 mi 4.4
KATHERINE DUNN ELEMENTARY Sparks 1.2 mi 7.1
AGNES RISLEY ELEMENTARY Sparks 1.2 mi 5.2
KATE SMITH ELEMENTARY Sparks 1.4 mi 6.7
PROCTER R. HUG HIGH SCHOOL Sparks 1.6 mi 3.5
EDWARD C. REED HIGH SCHOOL Sparks 1.6 mi 4.8
BERNICE MATHEWS ELEMENTARY Reno 1.7 mi 5.6
Alpine Academy High School Sparks 1.9 mi 4.8
Mater Academy of Northern Nevada Reno 1.9 mi 8.6
High Desert Montessori Reno 1.9 mi 6.4
LLOYD DIEDRICHSEN ELEMENTARY Sparks 2.0 mi 7.2
WASHOE INSPIRE ACADEMY Reno 2.6 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 89431 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,496

Median Home Value

$332,000

Median Rent

$1,276/mo

Population

40,772

College Educated

14.3%

Homeownership

46.6%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

35.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenbrae Elementary

What grades does Greenbrae Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Greenbrae Elementary?

Greenbrae Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenbrae Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenbrae Elementary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greenbrae Elementary rank in NV?

Greenbrae Elementary ranks #445 of 691 schools in NV.

What is Greenbrae Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenbrae Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Greenbrae Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenbrae Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Greenbrae Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Greenbrae Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Greenbrae 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
73 Very Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

District

Washoe County
District Enrollment
63,777
Schools in District
115
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,870
District Rank
#69 of 109

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