Serving 614 students in grades 1-8, Glenolden School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania 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% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenolden School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Glenolden School's student population of 614 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence and Buc Pride!
School Rankings
Glenolden School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenolden School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1962 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
30%
14%
White
48%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenolden School's ranking?
Glenolden School is ranked #1962 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Glenolden School?
614 students attend Glenolden School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Glenolden School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenolden School?
Glenolden School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glenolden School offer ?
Glenolden School offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenolden School part of?
Glenolden School is part of Interboro School District.
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