Serving 802 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 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Glenn York Elementary School's student population of 802 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
802 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Glenn York Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 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
#294 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
20%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
17%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenn York Elementary School's ranking?
Glenn York Elementary School is ranked #294 out of 8,188 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?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
802 students attend Glenn York Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Glenn York Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% 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 17:1, 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 5/20/2008
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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