Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glenwood Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenwood Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Glenwood Park Elementary School's student population of 554 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenwood Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Park Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#508 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
19%
13%
White
42%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenwood Park Elementary School's ranking?
Glenwood Park Elementary School is ranked #508 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Glenwood Park Elementary School often compared to?
Glenwood Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fred H Croninger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Park Elementary School?
554 students attend Glenwood Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Glenwood Park Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenwood Park Elementary School?
Glenwood Park Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glenwood Park Elementary School offer ?
Glenwood Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Glenwood Park Elementary School part of?
Glenwood Park Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Glenwood Park Elementary School located?
Glenwood Park Elementary School is located in the Glenwood Park neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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