Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Gladden 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gladden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gladden Elementary School's student population of 326 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The lighthouse that illuminates the journey to greatness
School Rankings
Gladden 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 Gladden Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#1682 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
9%
15%
White
59%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladden Elementary School's ranking?
Gladden Elementary School is ranked #1682 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Gladden Elementary School often compared to?
Gladden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit Pointe Elementary School, Creekmoor Elementary School, Pleasant Hill Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Gladden Elementary School?
326 students attend Gladden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Gladden Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gladden Elementary School?
Gladden Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gladden Elementary School offer ?
Gladden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gladden Elementary School part of?
Gladden Elementary School is part of Belton 124 School District.
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