Glendale Acres Elementary School serves 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Attendance Zone: Glendale Acres Elementary serves the west part of Fayetteville, NC, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glendale Acres Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Glendale Acres Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
50%
24%
White
14%
42%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Glendale Acres Elementary School often compared to?
Glendale Acres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Mcarthur Elementary School, Alma O Easom Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Glendale Acres Elementary School?
251 students attend Glendale Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Glendale Acres Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glendale Acres Elementary School?
Glendale Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glendale Acres Elementary School offer ?
Glendale Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glendale Acres Elementary School part of?
Glendale Acres Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Glendale Acres Elementary School located?
Glendale Acres Elementary School is located in the Terry Sanford neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 11 other public schools located in Terry Sanford.
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