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#905 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 11% in state

Greens Prairie EL

Elementary School · COLLEGE STATION ISD

4315 GREENS PRAIRIE TRAIL, College Station, TX 77845

Enrollment

522

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In College Station

#7 of 19

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#486 of 4,678

In district

#7 of 19

COLLEGE STATION ISD

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Greens Prairie EL

Greens Prairie Elementary serves 522 students in prekindergarten through fourth grade in College Station, Texas, earning a strong 7.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. The school ranks impressively at #1196 out of 8,598 Texas elementary schools, placing it in the 86th percentile statewide with an academic score of 8.9 out of 10. With 38 full-time equivalent teachers, Greens Prairie maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom.

Academic performance shows solid results, with 58% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while math performance is even stronger at 62% proficient or above across grade levels. The school serves a well-educated community where 60% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $87,391. The neighborhood reflects College Station's academic character, with a median home value of $322,700 and a relatively low poverty rate of 13.2% among the ZIP code's 73,969 residents.

Located at 4315 Greens Prairie Trail, the school operates in College Station's mid-size city environment, benefiting from the educational atmosphere that comes with being part of a vibrant university community.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-0.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62%
Reading/ELA Proficiency57%
Overall Proficiency60%
Expected (poverty-adj.)62%
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.3Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,377

Greens Prairie EL — Students at Greens Prairie EL score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 62.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
63%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
57%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Greens Prairie EL Compares

See how Greens Prairie EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
89th percentile in TX
Academic
8.0/10
8.0/10
Growth
8.9/10
Above average
Environment
6.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers

Location

4315 GREENS PRAIRIE TRAIL, College Station, TX 77845

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greens Prairie EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FOREST RIDGE (rated 9.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPRING CREEK EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUTHWOOD VALLEY EL (rated 8.4/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in College Station, see our College Station schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PECAN TRAIL INT College Station 0.2 mi 7.2
WELLBORN MIDDLE College Station 0.3 mi 8.3
SPRING CREEK EL College Station 1.9 mi 8.4
TRADITIONS MONTESSORI SCHOOL College Station 2.4 mi 6.8
COLLEGE STATION H S College Station 2.5 mi 7.8
FOREST RIDGE College Station 2.4 mi 9.2
CREEK VIEW EL College Station 3.3 mi 8.2
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF COLLEGE STATION College Station 3.2 mi
CYPRESS GROVE INT College Station 3.4 mi 6.2
COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL College Station 3.7 mi
RIVER BEND EL College Station 3.5 mi 7.3
PEBBLE CREEK EL College Station 3.5 mi 6.5
ILTEXAS COLLEGE STATION EL Richardson 3.8 mi 5.7
ILTEXAS COLLEGE STATION MIDDLE Richardson 3.8 mi 5.9
COLLEGE STATION MIDDLE College Station 3.8 mi 7.3
ROCK PRAIRIE EL College Station 3.9 mi 6.9
SOUTHWOOD VALLEY EL College Station 4.7 mi 8.4
AGGIELAND COUNTRY SCHOOL College Station 4.8 mi 6.5
A & M CONS H S College Station 5.1 mi 8.1
COLLEGE STATION JJAEP College Station 5.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77845 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,434

Median Home Value

$349,900

Median Rent

$1,384/mo

Population

74,612

College Educated

61.3%

Homeownership

63.8%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

32.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Greens Prairie EL has a median household income of $90,434. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $349,900, with a median rent of $1,384/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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School Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greens Prairie EL

What grades does Greens Prairie EL serve?

Greens Prairie EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Greens Prairie EL?

Greens Prairie EL has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greens Prairie EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Greens Prairie EL is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greens Prairie EL rank in TX?

Greens Prairie EL is ranked #905 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Greens Prairie EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Greens Prairie EL has a composite rating of 8.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Greens Prairie EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Greens Prairie EL has 62.5% math proficiency and 57.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Greens Prairie EL a charter school?

No, Greens Prairie EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Greens Prairie EL a Title I school?

No, Greens Prairie EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greens Prairie EL?

14.8% of students at Greens Prairie EL 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,274/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (College Station). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Brazos County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

COLLEGE STATION ISD
District Enrollment
14,366
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,959
District Rank
#7 of 19

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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