Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glebe Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: GLEBE ELEM serves the northwest part of Arlington, VA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most homes located about 0.7 miles from the school and the furthest edge being 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glebe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glebe Elementary School's student population of 574 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
574 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glebe Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glebe Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#102 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)83%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glebe Elementary School's ranking?
Glebe Elementary School is ranked #102 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Glebe Elementary School often compared to?
Glebe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Long Branch Elementary School, Innovation Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Glebe Elementary School?
574 students attend Glebe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Glebe Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glebe Elementary School?
Glebe Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glebe Elementary School offer ?
Glebe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Glebe Elementary School part of?
Glebe Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
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