Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glenn O Swing Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenn O Swing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Glenn O Swing Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenn O Swing Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenn O Swing Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#356 out of 1230 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
24%
11%
White
39%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn O Swing Elementary School's ranking?
Glenn O Swing Elementary School is ranked #356 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Glenn O Swing Elementary School often compared to?
Glenn O Swing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James A Caywood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Glenn O Swing Elementary School?
419 students attend Glenn O Swing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Glenn O Swing Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenn O Swing Elementary School?
Glenn O Swing Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glenn O Swing Elementary School offer ?
Glenn O Swing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenn O Swing Elementary School part of?
Glenn O Swing Elementary School is part of Covington Independent School District.
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