Serving 184 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Glennwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Attendance Zone: New Glennwood Elementary serves the northeastern part of Decatur, GA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, and the furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glennwood Elementary School's student population of 184 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
184 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Learning Takes Flight
School Rankings
The diversity score of Glennwood Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
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)13.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Glennwood Elementary School often compared to?
Glennwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakhurst Elementary School, Winnona Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% GA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% GA state average).
How many students attend Glennwood Elementary School?
184 students attend Glennwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Glennwood Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glennwood Elementary School?
Glennwood Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glennwood Elementary School offer ?
Glennwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glennwood Elementary School part of?
Glennwood Elementary School is part of City Schools Of Decatur.
In what neighborhood is Glennwood Elementary School located?
Glennwood Elementary School is located in the Glennwood Estates neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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