Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glenn Dale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenn Dale Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenn Dale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenn Dale Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#949 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
18%
24%
Black
66%
32%
White
2%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn Dale Elementary School's ranking?
Glenn Dale Elementary School is ranked #949 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Glenn Dale Elementary School often compared to?
Glenn Dale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phyllis E. Williams Elementary School, Glenarden Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Glenn Dale Elementary School?
493 students attend Glenn Dale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Glenn Dale Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenn Dale Elementary School?
Glenn Dale Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenn Dale Elementary School offer ?
Glenn Dale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glenn Dale Elementary School part of?
Glenn Dale Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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