Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Glenwood 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenwood Elementary School's student population of 252 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Glenwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenwood Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1522 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Hispanic
1%
9%
White
98%
67%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Glenwood Elementary School is ranked #1522 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Glenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Glenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School, Howell Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Glenwood Elementary School?
252 students attend Glenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Glenwood Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenwood Elementary School?
Glenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Glenwood Elementary School offer ?
Glenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenwood Elementary School part of?
Glenwood Elementary School is part of Glenwood R-VIII School District.
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