Serving 726 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenns Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenns Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Glenns Valley Elementary School's student population of 726 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenns Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenns Valley Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#738 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
3%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
16%
13%
White
36%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenns Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Glenns Valley Elementary School is ranked #738 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Glenns Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Glenns Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Parks Elementary School, Douglas Macarthur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Glenns Valley Elementary School?
726 students attend Glenns Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Glenns Valley Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenns Valley Elementary School?
Glenns Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glenns Valley Elementary School offer ?
Glenns Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Glenns Valley Elementary School part of?
Glenns Valley Elementary School is part of Perry Township Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Glenns Valley Elementary School located?
Glenns Valley Elementary School is located in the Glenns Valley neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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