Serving 533 students in grades 1-5, Glenns Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenns Valley Elementary School serves the southwest part of Indianapolis, covering an attendance zone of approximately 7.2 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenns Valley Elementary School's student population of 533 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1908
School Rankings
Glenns Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenns Valley Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#826 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
51%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
32%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenns Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Glenns Valley Elementary School is ranked #826 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Glenns Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Glenns Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Parks Elementary School, Douglas Macarthur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Glenns Valley Elementary School?
533 students attend Glenns Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Glenns Valley Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenns Valley Elementary School?
Glenns Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glenns Valley Elementary School offer ?
Glenns Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenns Valley Elementary School part of?
Glenns Valley Elementary School is part of Perry Township Schools.
In what neighborhood is Glenns Valley Elementary School located?
Glenns Valley Elementary School is located in the Glenns Valley neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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