Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenallen Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenallen Elementary School's student population of 749 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
School Motto
Navigate our way to Excellence.
School Rankings
Glenallen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenallen Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1672 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
38%
Black
7%
21%
White
59%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenallen Elementary School's ranking?
Glenallen Elementary School is ranked #1672 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Glenallen Elementary School often compared to?
Glenallen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cranberry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Glenallen Elementary School?
749 students attend Glenallen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Glenallen Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenallen Elementary School?
Glenallen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glenallen Elementary School offer ?
Glenallen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenallen Elementary School part of?
Glenallen Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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