Glendale Elementary School

6601 Connelly Pkwy
Savage, MN 55378
10/
10
Top 10%
Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glendale Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 522 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 10% in MN
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : The attendance zone for Glendale Elementary is located in the northeast part of Savage, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge being about 2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Glendale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Glendale Elementary School's student population of 522 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire and empower each student to reach their full potential.

School Rankings

Glendale Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glendale Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#131 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
68%
46%
68%
51%
75-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
15%
12%
White
63%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
(22-23)
13.2%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glendale Elementary School's ranking?
Glendale Elementary School is ranked #131 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Glendale Elementary School often compared to?
Glendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jeffers Pond Elementary School, Harriet Bishop Elementary School, Westwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Glendale Elementary School?
522 students attend Glendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Glendale Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glendale Elementary School?
Glendale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glendale Elementary School offer ?
Glendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glendale Elementary School part of?
Glendale Elementary School is part of Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 522 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : The attendance zone for Glendale Elementary is located in the northeast part of Savage, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge being about 2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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