Serving 758 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenn York Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenn York Elementary serves the northwest part of Alvin, TX, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 5.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenn York Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glenn York Elementary School's student population of 758 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
758 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenn York Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenn York Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#244 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn York Elementary School's ranking?
Glenn York Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Glenn York Elementary School often compared to?
Glenn York Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School, Red Duke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Glenn York Elementary School?
758 students attend Glenn York Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Glenn York Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenn York Elementary School?
Glenn York Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenn York Elementary School offer ?
Glenn York Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Glenn York Elementary School part of?
Glenn York Elementary School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Glenn York Elementary School located?
Glenn York Elementary School is located in the Shadow Creek Ranch neighborhood of Alvin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Shadow Creek Ranch.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
ASSETS Learning Center offers the students a great learning environment with supportive teacher who will go out of their way to help their students succeed. The campus is clean and well taken care of. The school offers Teen Leadership courses followed up with ABC (Adventure Based Counselling). ABC allows students to work on team building skills. The school strongly agrees with parents' participation and involvement in student activities. I strongly rate this school an 8.5 on a 1-10 scale.
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