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Greenwood Mill Elementary

Elementary School · Frederick County Public Schools

281 Channing Drive, Winchester, VA 22602

Enrollment

582

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,113 of 1,851

In Winchester

#6 of 20

public schools

In district

#7 of 19

Frederick County Public Schools

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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5.8/10

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

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About Greenwood Mill Elementary

Greenwood Mill Elementary is a public elementary school in Winchester, VA, part of Frederick County Public Schools. Greenwood Mill Elementary serves approximately 582 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenwood Mill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,113 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Greenwood Mill Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Greenwood Mill Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)79% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,605
Chronic Absenteeism3.3%

Greenwood Mill Elementary — Students at Greenwood Mill Elementary score 67% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 79%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 70.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
73.5% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 74.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.2% (2025 SOL)

Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
73%
2017
ELA
78%
2018
Math
84%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
84%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
66.5%
ELA
67.3%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Greenwood Mill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in VA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.3%

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

281 Channing Drive, Winchester, VA 22602

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenwood Mill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jordan Springs Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Stephenson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Garland R. Quarles Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Frederick Douglass Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Winchester, see our Winchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
THE SCHOOL AT SHARON'S Winchester 1.0 mi
Redbud Run Elementary Winchester 1.5 mi 4.7
Millbrook High Winchester 1.5 mi 7.1
KEYSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Berryville 2.3 mi 4.5
Daniel Morgan Intermediate Winchester 2.4 mi 3.5
Daniel Morgan Middle Winchester 2.5 mi 4.8
Virginia Avenue Charlotte Dehart Elementary Winchester 2.8 mi 4.8
Jordan Springs Elementary Stephenson 4.0 mi 7.9
Evendale Elementary Winchester 3.7 mi 4.4
Garland R. Quarles Elementary Winchester 3.3 mi 6.6
Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle Winchester 3.9 mi 5.5
WINCHESTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Winchester 4.5 mi
GRAFTON-RUTH BIRCH CAMPUS Winchester 3.7 mi 7.3
GRAFTON INTEGRATED HEALTH NETWORK - WINCHESTER Winchester 3.7 mi 7.4
John Handley High Winchester 3.8 mi 5.5
Frederick Douglass Elementary Winchester 4.2 mi 6.3
Stonewall Elementary Clear Brook 5.5 mi 4.1
James Wood Middle Winchester 4.4 mi 4.6
Armel Elementary Winchester 5.4 mi 5.9
Boyce Elementary Boyce 5.6 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,534

Median Home Value

$351,400

Median Rent

$1,367/mo

Population

32,176

College Educated

31.2%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenwood Mill Elementary

What grades does Greenwood Mill Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Greenwood Mill Elementary?

Greenwood Mill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Mill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Mill Elementary is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greenwood Mill Elementary rank in VA?

Greenwood Mill Elementary ranks #1,113 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Greenwood Mill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenwood Mill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Mill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenwood Mill Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Greenwood Mill Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Greenwood Mill Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

39.3% of students at Greenwood Mill 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Frederick County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.3%

District

Frederick County Public Schools
District Enrollment
14,172
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,605
District Rank
#7 of 19

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