Summary
Greenbrier Middle School in Greenbrier, AR, serves 583 students in grades 6 and 7 and is part of the highly-ranked Greenbrier School District, which is rated 10th out of 251 districts in Arkansas. This school consistently earns a 5-star rating and ranks in the top 5-6% of middle schools statewide, with academic proficiency rates that far exceed state averages—for example, 68.5% of students are proficient in math compared to the state average of 44.1%, and 71% are proficient in science versus 44% statewide. What sets Greenbrier apart is its remarkable year-over-year improvement: over the last three years, proficiency in English Language Arts jumped from 52.1% to 62.8%, math from 56% to 68.5%, and science from 55.6% to 71%, indicating highly effective teaching and targeted interventions.
Compared to nearby schools, Greenbrier Middle School stands out as a math and science powerhouse. For instance, Vilonia Middle School achieves 53.6% math proficiency and 53.2% in ELA, while even the top-performing Conway school, Ruth Doyle Middle School, reaches 57.2% math and 59.9% ELA—both well below Greenbrier’s 68.5% and 62.8%. The school also demonstrates exceptional efficiency, spending just $9,573 per student, which is significantly less than lower-performing peers like Carl Stuart Middle School ($12,628) and Ray Phyllis Simon Middle School ($12,840), yet achieving far better results. This efficiency, combined with a moderate free/reduced lunch rate of 46.66%, shows the school successfully educates a diverse student body to a very high standard.
A fascinating trend at Greenbrier is the "7th grade surge," where 7th graders significantly outperform 6th graders in every subject—for example, 75.3% math proficiency in 7th grade versus 61.1% in 6th, and 76% science proficiency versus 65.8%. This suggests the school’s program accelerates student growth between grades, adding exceptional value. While the Conway School District has inconsistent performance across its middle schools, Greenbrier Middle School is a consistent top-tier performer within a uniformly excellent district, making it a standout choice for families seeking a school that combines strong academics, rapid improvement, and efficient resource use.
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