Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glendale-kenly Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glendale-kenly Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glendale-kenly Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glendale-kenly Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1271 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glendale-kenly Elementary School's ranking?
Glendale-kenly Elementary School is ranked #1271 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Glendale-kenly Elementary School?
474 students attend Glendale-kenly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Glendale-kenly Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glendale-kenly Elementary School?
Glendale-kenly Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glendale-kenly Elementary School offer ?
Glendale-kenly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Glendale-kenly Elementary School part of?
Glendale-kenly Elementary School is part of Johnston County Public Schools School District.
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