Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Glade Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glade Elementary School serves the eastern part of Laurel, MS, covering an area of approximately 114.9 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, while the furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 19.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glade Elementary School's student population of 423 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Glade Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glade Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glade Elementary School's ranking?
Glade Elementary School is ranked #294 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Glade Elementary School often compared to?
Glade Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Jones Elementary School, East Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Glade Elementary School?
423 students attend Glade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Glade Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glade Elementary School?
Glade Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glade Elementary School offer ?
Glade Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glade Elementary School part of?
Glade Elementary School is part of Jones County School District.
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