Serving 269 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glasgow Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glasgow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Glasgow Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glasgow Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glasgow Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2050 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
98%
15%
White
2%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glasgow Elementary School's ranking?
Glasgow Elementary School is ranked #2050 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Glasgow Elementary School often compared to?
Glasgow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Danforth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Glasgow Elementary School?
269 students attend Glasgow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Glasgow Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glasgow Elementary School?
Glasgow Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glasgow Elementary School offer ?
Glasgow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Glasgow Elementary School part of?
Glasgow Elementary School is part of Riverview Gardens School District.
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