Serving 516 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glen Park For Excel In Lrn ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Park For Excel In Lrn ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Glen Park For Excel In Lrn's student population of 516 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glen Park For Excel In Lrn 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 Glen Park For Excel In Lrn is 0.30, which is less 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
#1748 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
83%
13%
White
3%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Park For Excel In Lrn's ranking?
Glen Park For Excel In Lrn is ranked #1748 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Glen Park For Excel In Lrn?
516 students attend Glen Park For Excel In Lrn.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Glen Park For Excel In Lrn students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Park For Excel In Lrn?
Glen Park For Excel In Lrn has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glen Park For Excel In Lrn offer ?
Glen Park For Excel In Lrn offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Glen Park For Excel In Lrn part of?
Glen Park For Excel In Lrn is part of Gary Community School Corp School District.
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