Serving 208 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 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- 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:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Glennwood Elementary School's student population of 208 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Glennwood Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than 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
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
13%
36%
White
56%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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?
208 students attend Glennwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Glennwood Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glennwood Elementary School?
Glennwood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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
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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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