Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Glendale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glendale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Glendale Elementary School's student population of 324 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glendale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glendale Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#400 out of 1237 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
38%
42%
White
47%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glendale Elementary School's ranking?
Glendale Elementary School is ranked #400 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Glendale Elementary School often compared to?
Glendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School, Grand Prairie Elementary School, Highland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Glendale Elementary School?
324 students attend Glendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Glendale Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glendale Elementary School?
Glendale Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glendale Elementary School offer ?
Glendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Glendale Elementary School part of?
Glendale Elementary School is part of St. Landry Parish School District.
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