At a glance
Reported students
922
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
61.23
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia elementary enrollment
98th percentile
Compared with 1,139 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
684
Greenbriar East Elementary: 922 reported students.
State peer staffing position
73rd percentile
15.1:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 912
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68.2
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.4:1
What the reported data says about Greenbriar East Elementary
Greenbriar East Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–06 in Fairfax. It is one of 218 current school records connected to Fairfax County Public Schools. NCES reports 922 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,139 elementary schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 503 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 98th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.1:1, close to the Virginia median of 13.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (42%) and Hispanic or Latino (21.7%). English learners represent 23% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Greenbriar East Elementary
- 1How do the reported 15.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 61.23 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 23%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 39.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.7
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White42%
- Hispanic21.7%
- Black9.4%
- Asian20.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial5.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Fairfax County Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Kent Gardens Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
918 reported students
Mosaic Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
927 reported students
Sangster Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
928 reported students
Mantua Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
909 reported students
Providence Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–06
954 reported students
Braddock Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
955 reported students
Public schools near Greenbriar East Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenbriar West Elementary Elementary · Fairfax County Public Schools | PK–06 | 630 | 0.7 mi |
| Poplar Tree Elementary Elementary · Fairfax County Public Schools | PK–06 | 683 | 1.2 mi |
| Navy Elementary Elementary · Fairfax County Public Schools | PK–06 | 848 | 1.5 mi |
| Brookfield Elementary Elementary · Fairfax County Public Schools | PK–06 | 684 | 1.5 mi |
| Lees Corner Elementary Elementary · Fairfax County Public Schools | PK–06 | 547 | 1.6 mi |
| Powell Elementary Elementary · Fairfax County Public Schools | PK–06 | 872 | 1.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Greenbriar East Elementary
What grades does Greenbriar East Elementary serve?
Greenbriar East Elementary reports grades PK–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Fairfax County Public Schools.
How many students attend Greenbriar East Elementary?
Greenbriar East Elementary reported 922 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 98th percentile among 1,139 Virginia elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 912 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Greenbriar East Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 15.1:1, based on 922 students and 61.23 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Virginia median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Greenbriar East Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Greenbriar East Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Fairfax County Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Greenbriar East Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
39.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Greenbriar East Elementary in?
Greenbriar East Elementary is part of Fairfax County Public Schools, based in Falls Church, VA, which operates 218 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Greenbriar East Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Greenbriar West Elementary (0.7 mi), Poplar Tree Elementary (1.2 mi), Navy Elementary (1.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.