Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Greenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Greenwood Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1929
Colors
Green and Gold
School Rankings
Greenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenwood Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#661 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)66%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
39%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
43%
42%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Greenwood Elementary School is ranked #661 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Greenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Greenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tramway Elementary School, J Glenn Edwards Elementary School, J R Ingram Jr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Greenwood Elementary School?
571 students attend Greenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Greenwood Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenwood Elementary School?
Greenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Greenwood Elementary School offer ?
Greenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenwood Elementary School part of?
Greenwood Elementary School is part of Lee County Schools.
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