Serving 549 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glenwood Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 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
Diversity
School Overview
Glenwood Park Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenwood Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Park Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#995 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
17%
13%
White
47%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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 #995 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Park Elementary School?
549 students attend Glenwood Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Glenwood Park Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
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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