Serving 386 students in grades 2-5, Glen Avenue School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glen Avenue School serves the southeast part of Salisbury, MD, covering an area of approximately 26.1 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glen Avenue School's student population of 386 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
To provide all students an educational foundation and a set of skills which will enable them to become responsible and productive citizens in our society.
School Rankings
Glen Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen Avenue School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1021 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
66%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Avenue School's ranking?
Glen Avenue School is ranked #1021 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Glen Avenue School often compared to?
Glen Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles H. Chipman Elementary School, North Salisbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Glen Avenue School?
386 students attend Glen Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Glen Avenue School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen Avenue School?
Glen Avenue School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glen Avenue School offer ?
Glen Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glen Avenue School part of?
Glen Avenue School is part of Wicomico County School District.
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