Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Glennwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glennwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Glennwood Elementary School's student population of 199 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Glennwood Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
21%
36%
White
47%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Glennwood Elementary School often compared to?
Glennwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakhurst Elementary School, Winnona Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% GA state average).
How many students attend Glennwood Elementary School?
199 students attend Glennwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Glennwood Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glennwood Elementary School?
Glennwood Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glennwood Elementary School offer ?
Glennwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glennwood Elementary School part of?
Glennwood Elementary School is part of City Schools Of Decatur School District.
In what neighborhood is Glennwood Elementary School located?
Glennwood Elementary School is located in the Glennwood Estates neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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