Serving 969 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 969 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Glenwood Elementary School's student population of 969 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
969 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#344 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
15%
18%
Black
19%
22%
White
38%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Glenwood Elementary School is ranked #344 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Elementary School?
969 students attend Glenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Glenwood Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenwood Elementary School?
Glenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenwood Elementary School offer ?
Glenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenwood Elementary School part of?
Glenwood Elementary School is part of Va Beach City PBLC Schs School District.
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